Kenmore owners in Philipsburg usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Philipsburg list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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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.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Philipsburg PA
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Philipsburg. Other nearby bases include Altoona (4), Johnstown (3), and State College (2). No company within 90 miles of Philipsburg 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: Mike's Video TV & Appliances, around 18.0 miles out. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Philipsburg is inside its regular service area.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 18.0, 22.1, 23.7 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 26 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
First up for Philipsburg: Martin Appliance (23.7 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.1 miles away, based in State College, 4.3 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (31.2 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.2 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (30.9 miles away, based in DuBois, 4.3 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What Gets Fixed on a Philipsburg Washer Call
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
- 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.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- 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 Philipsburg Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Philipsburg 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 Philipsburg
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Philipsburg, PA
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Why does my front-load washer smell?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Philipsburg
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Philipsburg technician bring the right parts.