Most Kenmore washer repairs in Athens involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Athens, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore washers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Athens work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Athens
Within 60 miles of Athens there are 32 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Athens itself, and the rest are spread across Newark (4), Pataskala (3), and Jackson (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. None of the repair companies near Athens name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Kochis Appliance Heating & Air is the nearest, roughly 3.2 miles from Athens. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Athens is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention washer work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 32 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.2, 4.3, 20.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
At the top of the Athens list: Sears Appliance Repair (34.4 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.6 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (55.7 miles away, based in Pataskala, 4.4 stars from 496 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Four Seasons Appliance Repair LLC (4.3 miles away, 4.2 stars from 30 reviews); Kochis Appliance Heating & Air (3.2 miles away, based in Millfield, 4.5 stars from 39 reviews).
Kenmore sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
Top load models are built with either a Triple Action Agitator or an agitator-free impeller wash plate, which changes the parts and wash motion a technician works on. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- Smart models alert the owner when it is time to run the washer cleaning cycle. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Around Athens
Most washer calls in Athens 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Athens
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Athens, OH
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Athens
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.