Most Kenmore washer repairs in West Falls Church involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. The West Falls Church list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore washers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near West Falls Church work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, West Falls Church VA
Within 30 miles of West Falls Church there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Falls Church (16), Alexandria (8), and Arlington (5). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. None of the repair companies near West Falls Church name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Solid Falls Church Appliance Repair Co is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from West Falls Church. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.2, 1.3 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 16 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for West Falls Church: Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (4.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (2.6 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Services (4.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in Annandale, 4.2 stars from 256 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 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 spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore Washers
- 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
- 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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Around West Falls Church
Most washer calls in West 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.
Before You Book in West Falls Church
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: West Falls Church, VA
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near West Falls Church
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a West Falls Church technician bring the right parts.