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 Woodlawn, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Woodlawn work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Woodlawn
40 repair companies serve Woodlawn from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (22), Springfield (10), and Lorton (4). No company within 90 miles of Woodlawn 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: A A Appliances Repair Services Inc, around 0.7 miles out. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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| Mention washer work | 18 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 2.5, 2.9 |
First up for Woodlawn: Alliance Appliance Services LLC... (4.2 miles away, based in Springfield, 5.0 stars from 502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (2.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (5.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Services (6.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- Use a level to confirm the washer sits evenly and adjust the feet if it does not. Source: Kenmore - Appliance Maintenance Tips to Help Maximize Efficiency
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the washer is
- 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)
What Woodlawn Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Woodlawn 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 Woodlawn
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Woodlawn, VA
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
Why won't my washer spin?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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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.