Kenmore owners in Urbana usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Urbana list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears washer repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite washers; they are not Sears.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Urbana
Within 60 miles of Urbana there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Dayton (14), Columbus (7), and Beavercreek (3). Distances run up to about 37 miles. No company within 90 miles of Urbana mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Carmichael Appliances is the nearest, roughly 12.1 miles from Urbana. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Urbana 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 Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 12.1, 12.2, 24.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
The leading options for Urbana are Sears Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.4 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours); New Life Appliance Repair LLC (33.2 miles away, based in Delaware, 5.0 stars from 187 reviews); Central Ohio Appliance Repair Inc. (34.7 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.5 stars from 963 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (33.1 miles away, based in Dublin, 4.4 stars from 185 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
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
Front load models use Smart Motion, where the control varies drum movement to produce up to six different wash motions. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Gets Fixed on a Urbana Washer Call
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Around Urbana
Most washer calls in Urbana 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.
Before You Book in Urbana
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Urbana, OH
Why is my washer leaking?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
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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 Urbana technician bring the right parts.