If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Clarkston work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Clarkston
We found 11 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Clarkston. 2 list an address in Clarkston, and the rest are spread across Lewiston (7), Des Moines (1), and Moscow (1). The farthest listed company is about 21 miles out. None of the repair companies near Clarkston name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Nearest on the list: Mel's Appliance Services, around 0.5 miles out. Across 10 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Clarkston is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention washer work | 4 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.3, 2.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 11 |
First up for Clarkston: CM Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Lewiston, 4.8 stars from 112 reviews); Lewiston MW & Appliance; (3.4 miles away, based in Lewiston, 5.0 stars from 20 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Lewiston, 4.4 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sam's Appliance (2.7 miles away, based in Lewiston, 4.8 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines and Features
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
Top load models are built with either a Triple Action Agitator or an agitator-free impeller wash plate, which changes the parts and wash motion a technician works on. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
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
- 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
What Clarkston Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Clarkston 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Clarkston
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Clarkston, WA
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
More Washing Machine Repair in Clarkston, WA
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Clarkston
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.