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 Gig Harbor, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears washer repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite washers; they are not Sears.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Gig Harbor
40 repair companies serve Gig Harbor from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Tacoma (12), Federal Way (6), and Bremerton (6). Distances run up to about 17 miles. No company within 90 miles of Gig Harbor mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Renvoriq Appliance Repair Tacoma, about 7.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 21 businesses.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.1, 7.2, 8.1 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
At the top of the Gig Harbor list: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (10.7 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&H Appliance and Home services (11.9 miles away, based in Federal Way, 4.9 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FIX UFA Appliance Repair (14.5 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.5 stars from 76 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Tacoma (13.3 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.1 stars from 112 reviews).
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- 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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the washer is
- Any error code shown on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Laundry Notes for Gig Harbor, WA
Most washer calls in Gig Harbor 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.
Before You Book in Gig Harbor
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Gig Harbor, WA
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Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Gig Harbor technician bring the right parts.