Kenmore owners in Saranac Lake usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Saranac Lake, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Saranac Lake work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Saranac Lake
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Saranac Lake. The rest are spread across Plattsburgh (3), Tupper Lake (1), and Shelburne (1). None of the repair companies near Saranac Lake name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is Adk Appliance Repair, about 18.2 miles away. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Saranac Lake is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 18.2, 39.4, 40.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
The leading options for Saranac Lake are Advanced Appliance (52.0 miles away, based in Colchester, 4.9 stars from 359 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (40.4 miles away, based in Plattsburgh, 4.5 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.9 miles away, based in Middlebury, 4.6 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (41.0 miles away, based in Plattsburgh, 4.6 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know which Kenmore washer you have before you call. Kenmore makes top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo models, and the technician will ask.
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
Some top load models use an adaptive motor that adjusts its power to each load. Source: Kenmore - Life Your Way Loves Kenmore Top Load Laundry
Sensor-equipped models estimate load size and soil level and adjust water and detergent to match. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Saranac Lake
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- Every few months, run the empty washer on hot water with two cups of white vinegar to clear detergent residue and grime. Source: Kenmore - Appliance Maintenance Tips to Help Maximize Efficiency
- Check the hoses behind the washer regularly for cracks, bulges or drips, and replace them about every five years. Source: Kenmore - Appliance Maintenance Tips to Help Maximize Efficiency
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
What Saranac Lake Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Saranac Lake come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Questions to Ask a Saranac Lake Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Saranac Lake, NY
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Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Saranac Lake technician bring the right parts.