Kenmore owners in Fountain Inn usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Fountain Inn, 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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Fountain Inn work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Fountain Inn SC
Within 30 miles of Fountain Inn there are 31 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Greenville (10), Spartanburg (5), and Simpsonville (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Byrds Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 4.4 miles from Fountain Inn. None of the repair companies near Fountain Inn name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 31 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.4, 6.9, 9.5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
At the top of the Fountain Inn list: Appliance GrandMasters (17.0 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.7 stars from 1,162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater Greenville (9.8 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,221 reviews); The Olde Homestead, Inc. (17.4 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.9 stars from 1,104 reviews); Boone Appliance (29.2 miles away, based in Anderson, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews).
Know which Kenmore washer you have before you call. Kenmore makes top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo models, and the technician will ask.
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
Select models include Deep Fill or water level control, which raises or lowers the fill level beyond the automatic setting. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Fountain Inn
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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
- 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
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:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Around Fountain Inn
Most washer calls in Fountain Inn 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 Fountain Inn
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Fountain Inn, SC
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
Why won't my washer spin?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.