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. Below are independent repair companies serving Franklin Park, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Franklin Park
Within 30 miles of Franklin Park there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Pittsburgh (15), Coraopolis (3), and Cranberry Twp (3). None of the repair companies near Franklin Park name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. A Pittsburgh Svc Ctr is the nearest, roughly 3.5 miles from Franklin Park. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.5, 3.6, 5.0 |
The leading options for Franklin Park are Appliance Fix Experts (12.2 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.9 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G&D Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Avalon, 4.8 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Pittsburgh, Moon and South Hills (7.4 miles away, based in Moon Township, 4.5 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PowerFix Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 5.0 stars from 215 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.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
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
- Use a level to confirm the washer sits evenly and adjust the feet if it does not. 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 lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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: $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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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
- Any error code shown on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
What Franklin Park Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Franklin Park 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 Franklin Park
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Franklin Park, PA
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Other Washer Repair in Franklin Park
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Franklin Park
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.