Kenmore owners in Lake Forest Park usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Lake Forest Park, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Lake Forest Park
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lake Forest Park. 1 of them are based in Lake Forest Park itself, and the rest are spread across Bothell (7), Kirkland (7), and Seattle (6). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Nearest on the list: SPS PRO Furnace & Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Lake Forest Park mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 32 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.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.5, 1.7 |
The leading options for Lake Forest Park are HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (3.3 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Shoreline, 4.7 stars from 351 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Orca Appliance Services (6.3 miles away, based in Edmonds, 4.8 stars from 146 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
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
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
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
- 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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- 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
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
What Lake Forest Park Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Lake Forest Park 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 Lake Forest Park
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Lake Forest Park, WA
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why won't my washer spin?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Lake Forest Park
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Lake Forest Park technician bring the right parts.