Most Kenmore washer repairs in Fredericksburg involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The Fredericksburg list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Fredericksburg
Within 30 miles of Fredericksburg there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 of them are based in Fredericksburg itself, and the rest are spread across Woodbridge (15), Stafford (11), and Dumfries (4). No company within 90 miles of Fredericksburg mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 38 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 2.1, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 52 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
First up for Fredericksburg: Tolo Appliances LLC (20.3 miles away, based in Dumfries, 5.0 stars from 983 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Fredericksburg (9.6 miles away, based in Stafford, 4.8 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Geek Inc (23.8 miles away, based in Woodbridge, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.0 stars from 294 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.
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
Top load models are built with either a Triple Action Agitator or an agitator-free impeller wash plate, which changes the parts and wash motion a technician works on. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
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
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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
- Every few months, run the empty washer on hot water with two cups of white vinegar to clear detergent residue and grime. Source: Kenmore - Appliance Maintenance Tips to Help Maximize Efficiency
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- 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?
- 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- How old the washer is
- Any error code shown on the display
Around Fredericksburg
City of Fredericksburg water system (supplied mainly from the Motts Run Water Treatment Plant on the Rappahannock River), which supplies Fredericksburg, reports hardness of 21-57 mg/L, averaging 32 mg/L (soft). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: City of Fredericksburg - 2020 Annual Water Quality Report
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 Fredericksburg Washer Technician
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Fredericksburg, VA
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Fredericksburg
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Fredericksburg technician bring the right parts.