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. The Stuarts Draft 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 Stuarts Draft work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Stuarts Draft VA
Our data shows 13 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Stuarts Draft. The rest are spread across Fishersville (3), Staunton (3), and Bridgewater (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. No company within 90 miles of Stuarts Draft mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Valley Restaurant Repair is the nearest, roughly 4.7 miles from Stuarts Draft. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 12 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Stuarts Draft. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 2 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.7, 6.1, 6.2 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
At the top of the Stuarts Draft list: Sears Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Staunton, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rockbridge Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in Lexington, 5.0 stars from 449 reviews); VA Commercial Repair Solutions (6.2 miles away, based in Fishersville, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews).
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.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
Sensor-equipped models estimate load size and soil level and adjust water and detergent to match. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What Gets Fixed on a Stuarts Draft 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
- 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
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:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- 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)
Local Notes for Stuarts Draft
Most washer calls in Stuarts Draft 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 Stuarts Draft Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Stuarts Draft, VA
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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.