Most Kenmore washer repairs in Falls Church involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The Falls Church list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Falls Church work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Falls Church VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Falls Church. 16 of them are based in Falls Church itself, and other nearby bases include Arlington (10), McLean (4), and Annandale (3). Virginia Appliance Repair LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Falls Church. None of the repair companies near Falls Church name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Falls Church. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.4, 0.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Falls Church list: Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (3.3 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); District Appliance Services LLC (5.0 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Annandale, 4.2 stars from 256 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (4.7 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
Front load models use Smart Motion, where the control varies drum movement to produce up to six different wash motions. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Falls Church
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Laundry Notes for Falls Church, VA
Most washer calls in Falls Church 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Falls Church
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Falls Church, VA
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Which Falls Church technicians work on Kenmore?
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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.