Kenmore owners in Dunn Loring usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Dunn Loring, 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.
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 Dunn Loring
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Dunn Loring. The rest are spread across Falls Church (13), Fairfax (11), and Vienna (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Nearest on the list: Fixrite Appliance Repair of Dunn Loring, around 0.4 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Dunn Loring 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 4.9 stars across 36 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.1, 1.3 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 17 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Dunn Loring: Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (1.3 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (5.5 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Annandale, 4.2 stars from 256 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (2.3 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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 a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- 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
- 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.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Laundry Notes for Dunn Loring, VA
Most washer calls in Dunn Loring 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 Dunn Loring Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Dunn Loring, VA
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Why is my washer leaking?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Dunn Loring
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.