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 Cheney, 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 Cheney work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Cheney
27 repair companies serve Cheney from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Spokane (18), Spokane Valley (8), and Liberty Lake (1). Distances run up to about 26 miles. SPOKANE REFRIGERATOR REPAIR is the nearest, roughly 9.6 miles from Cheney. No company within 90 miles of Cheney mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cheney. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 27 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.6, 11.0, 13.7 |
Closest matches for Cheney: IV Appliance Clinic (11.0 miles away, based in Spokane, 5.0 stars from 747 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire HVAC, Refrigerator & Appliance Repair Spokane (13.7 miles away, based in Spokane, 4.9 stars from 774 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Allway Service Appliance repair & Refrigeration repair (22.3 miles away, based in Spokane Valley, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.8 miles away, based in Spokane, 4.5 stars from 117 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.
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What Gets Fixed on a Cheney Washer Call
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
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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?
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
- Any error code shown on the display
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
What Cheney Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Cheney 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Cheney
- 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?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Cheney, WA
Why is my washer leaking?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Other Washer Repair in Cheney
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Cheney
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.