If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. 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.
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 Batesburg-Leesville
Our data shows 24 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Batesburg-Leesville. The rest are spread across Columbia (9), Aiken (4), and Lexington (3). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Batesburg-Leesville mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Whittle's Appliance Services. is the nearest, roughly 5.1 miles from Batesburg-Leesville. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Batesburg-Leesville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.1, 9.9, 14.0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 24 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
The leading options for Batesburg-Leesville are Appliance Professional (21.7 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.8 stars from 1,369 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Consider It Fixed Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Prosperity, 5.0 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expo Appliance Service (22.2 miles away, based in West Columbia, 4.9 stars from 309 reviews); Assurance Appliance Repair, LLC (14.0 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.0 stars from 55 reviews).
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
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
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Around Batesburg-Leesville
Most washer calls in Batesburg-Leesville 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
Before You Book in Batesburg-Leesville
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Batesburg-Leesville, SC
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why won't my washer spin?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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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 Batesburg-Leesville technician bring the right parts.