Kenmore owners in Ardmore usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Ardmore 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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Ardmore work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Ardmore
Within 30 miles of Ardmore there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Ardmore itself, and the rest are spread across Philadelphia (16), Havertown (3), and Upper Darby Township (3). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Ardmore 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: Mr. Appliance of Ardmore, around 0.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 36 businesses.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.6, 0.8 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
At the top of the Ardmore list: Philly Appliances Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews); UpTech Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Bala Cynwyd, 4.9 stars from 175 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Ardmore (0.6 miles away, based in Haverford, 4.7 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 5-Toe's Appliance Services (5.4 miles away, based in Conshohocken, 4.7 stars from 64 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 Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Around Ardmore
Most washer calls in Ardmore 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Before You Book in Ardmore
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Ardmore, PA
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Other Washer Repair in Ardmore
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Ardmore
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Ardmore technician bring the right parts.