Most Kenmore washer repairs in Tea involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The Tea 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, Tea SD
17 repair companies serve Tea from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Sioux Falls (11), Yankton (2), and Rock Valley (1). None of the repair companies near Tea name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Jer's Commercial Appliance & Refrigeration Repair is the nearest, roughly 4.8 miles from Tea. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Tea is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.8, 5.3, 6.6 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 17 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
Closest matches for Tea: Midtek Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 589 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Sioux Falls (5.3 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 668 reviews); The Appliance Doc. LLC (6.6 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.9 stars from 317 reviews); Landegent's Appliance Service of Sioux Falls (9.2 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.9 stars from 91 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
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
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
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Tea
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
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
- 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)
What Tea Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Tea 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 Tea
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Tea, SD
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Other Washer Repair in Tea
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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.