A Kenmore washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The Youngstown list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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With a Kenmore washer, the model number matters more than the badge: it tells a technician exactly which parts and repair steps apply. Find it on the label before you call.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Youngstown
Within 30 miles of Youngstown there are 20 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 of them are based in Youngstown itself, and the rest are spread across New Castle (2), Beaver Falls (2), and Boardman (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. No company within 90 miles of Youngstown mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Appliance Center LLC, around 0.8 miles out. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 20 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 0.8, 0.8 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
At the top of the Youngstown list: Mr. Appliance of Youngstown (5.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 235 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.1 miles away, based in Grove City, 4.8 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.9 miles away, based in New Castle, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 145 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.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What Gets Fixed on a Youngstown Washer Call
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Laundry Notes for Youngstown, OH
Most washer calls in Youngstown 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 Youngstown
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Youngstown, OH
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What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Why won't my washer spin?
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Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.