If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Lake Oswego list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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 Lake Oswego
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lake Oswego. 5 list an address in Lake Oswego, and the rest are spread across Portland (11), Tigard (6), and Milwaukie (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. No company within 90 miles of Lake Oswego mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Pinnacle Appliance Solutions, about 1.2 miles away. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Oswego. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.3, 1.7 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
First up for Lake Oswego: Mr. Appliance of Portland (2.5 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 691 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Clackamas (7.1 miles away, based in Clackamas, 4.9 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home-Serv Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 331 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Happy Valley, 4.4 stars from 301 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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.
Kenmore Washer Lines and Features
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- 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
- Avoid packing in extra-large loads and follow the detergent maker's dosing for each load. Source: Kenmore - Tips for Washing Extra Large Loads of Laundry
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code shown on the display
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
Around Lake Oswego
Most washer calls in Lake Oswego 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.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Lake Oswego
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Lake Oswego, OR
Which Lake Oswego technicians work on Kenmore?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Other Washer Repair in Lake Oswego
Kenmore Washer Repair in Nearby Cities
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.