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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Old Forge
28 repair companies serve Old Forge from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Scranton (7), Pittston (3), and Kingston (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. No company within 90 miles of Old Forge mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.0 miles from Old Forge. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Old Forge. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 2.9, 3.5 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 28 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
The leading options for Old Forge are Sears Appliance Repair (11.1 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.7 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Scranton, 4.8 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Pittston, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, based in Moosic, 4.7 stars from 74 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
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
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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
- 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
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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- 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 happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Local Notes for Old Forge
Most washer calls in Old Forge 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Old Forge
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Old Forge, PA
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Why is my washer leaking?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
More Washing Machine Repair in Old Forge, PA
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Old Forge
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.