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. 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.
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.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Kenmore WA
Within 30 miles of Kenmore there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Kenmore itself, and other nearby bases include Kirkland (11), Bothell (7), and Seattle (5). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Northfield Appliance Repair Systems is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Kenmore. None of the repair companies near Kenmore name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kenmore. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
The leading options for Kenmore are HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (3.2 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Shoreline, 4.7 stars from 351 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fixme Appliance Repair Kirkland (3.8 miles away, based in Kirkland, 5.0 stars from 23 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.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
What a Kenmore Washer Technician Deals With
Select models include Deep Fill or water level control, which raises or lowers the fill level beyond the automatic setting. Source: Kenmore - Laundry Helper: Kenmore Washer Buying Guide
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Laundry Notes for Kenmore, WA
Most washer calls in Kenmore 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.
Questions to Ask a Kenmore Washer Technician
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Kenmore, WA
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why is my washer leaking?
Why does my Kenmore washer show an error code?
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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.