If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Red Lion list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore washers and other brands.
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 Red Lion
Within 30 miles of Red Lion there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include York (5), Lancaster (4), and Hanover (4). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. None of the repair companies near Red Lion name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Modern TV & Big Screen Repair, around 6.7 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 39 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Red Lion. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.7, 7.2, 8.6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 49 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Mention washer work | 15 |
At the top of the Red Lion list: Mr. Appliance of Mechanicsburg (28.4 miles away, based in Lemoyne, 4.9 stars from 1,082 reviews); Martin Appliance (22.4 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.9 stars from 790 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Beyond Appliances Repair Services LLC (26.8 miles away, based in Bel Air, 4.7 stars from 233 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (12.7 miles away, based in Columbia, 4.5 stars from 193 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
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
Sensor-equipped models estimate load size and soil level and adjust water and detergent to match. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Red Lion
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Local Notes for Red Lion
Most washer calls in Red Lion 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 Red Lion
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Red Lion, PA
Do you work for Kenmore?
Which Red Lion technicians work on Kenmore?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Red Lion technician bring the right parts.