Kenmore owners in Bristol usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Bristol
Within 30 miles of Bristol there are 16 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Bristol, and other nearby bases include Johnson City (4), Kingsport (3), and Elizabethton (1). American Appliance Inc is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Bristol. 1 lists Kenmore specifically. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bristol. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.5, 2.8 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 16 |
First up for Bristol: Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (17.0 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.5 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.4 miles away, based in Abingdon, 4.4 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Appliance Inc (1.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 184 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
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Bristol
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Laundry Notes for Bristol, TN
Most washer calls in Bristol 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Bristol
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Bristol, TN
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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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.