A Kenmore washer shares most of its basic parts with other washers, but its drive design, lid or door lock, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. The Chesapeake list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore washers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Chesapeake work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Chesapeake
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Chesapeake. 7 list an address in Chesapeake, and other nearby bases include Virginia Beach (15), Norfolk (8), and Portsmouth (5). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. None of the repair companies near Chesapeake name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Mandarin Appliance Repair Specialist, around 3.0 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 25 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.0, 7.6, 7.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 48 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
The leading options for Chesapeake are Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (15.0 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); Beach Appliance Service, LLC (11.4 miles away, based in Virginia Beach, 4.9 stars from 89 reviews); Ted Jones Appliance (10.6 miles away, based in Portsmouth, 4.5 stars from 69 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.8 miles away, based in Virginia Beach, 4.2 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
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
- 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.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- 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
Laundry Notes for Chesapeake, VA
Most washer calls in Chesapeake 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Chesapeake Washer Technician
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Chesapeake, VA
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Chesapeake
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.