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. Below are independent repair companies serving Richlands, 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.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Richlands work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Richlands VA
We found 25 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Richlands. 1 list an address in Richlands, and other nearby bases include Princeton (3), Bristol (3), and Kingsport (3). Appliance Plus Inc of SW Va is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Richlands. 1 of them mentions Kenmore in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 25 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Richlands is inside its regular service area.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 21.8, 28.2 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 25 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
At the top of the Richlands list: Sears Appliance Repair (28.4 miles away, based in Abingdon, 4.4 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Plus Inc of SW Va (0.5 miles away, 2.7 stars from 22 reviews); Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (58.9 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); American Appliance Inc (44.9 miles away, based in Bristol, 4.5 stars from 184 reviews).
Kenmore Washer Lines and Features
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Richlands Washer Call
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
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
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Local Notes for Richlands
Most washer calls in Richlands 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Richlands
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Richlands, VA
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why is my washer leaking?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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.