Kenmore owners in Madison usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Madison, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Madison work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Madison SD
Within 60 miles of Madison there are 15 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Sioux Falls (11), Mitchell (2), and Brookings (1). The farthest listed company is about 51 miles out. Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Brookings, around 24.0 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Madison mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 14 businesses. Madison is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 24.0, 33.7, 36.8 |
The leading options for Madison are Mr. Appliance of Brookings (24.0 miles away, based in Brookings, 4.9 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Midtek Appliance Repair (39.2 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 589 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Sioux Falls (38.2 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 668 reviews); The Appliance Doc. LLC (37.9 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.9 stars from 317 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
Some top load models use an adaptive motor that adjusts its power to each load. Source: Kenmore - Life Your Way Loves Kenmore Top Load Laundry
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Gets Fixed on a Madison Washer Call
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- 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
- 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
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
What Madison Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Madison 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.
The South Dakota Plumbing Commission issues Appliance Contractor and Appliance Installer licenses as plumbing specialty licenses; official pages reviewed did not spell out which appliance work they cover or whether repair alone requires one. Source: South Dakota Plumbing Commission - Licensing
In South Dakota, you can check a license with the South Dakota Plumbing Commission lists of licensees (specialty licensees, including appliance) or report a problem to the South Dakota Attorney General, Division of Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Madison
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Madison, SD
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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What stops a washer from spinning?
Which Madison technicians work on Kenmore?
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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.