Most Kenmore washer repairs in Manchester involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Manchester VA
40 repair companies serve Manchester from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Richmond (25), Mechanicsville (4), and Midlothian (2). The closest is MetaTek LLC, about 1.4 miles away. None of the repair companies near Manchester name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 25 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.7, 2.4 |
First up for Manchester: Mr. Appliance of Richmond (10.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (11.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.0 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.3 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (6.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
Select models include Deep Fill or water level control, which raises or lowers the fill level beyond the automatic setting. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Manchester
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.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Around Manchester
Most washer calls in Manchester 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 Manchester
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Manchester, VA
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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.