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.
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 Martha Lake work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Martha Lake
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Martha Lake. The rest are spread across Everett (10), Bothell (7), and Lynnwood (7). No company within 90 miles of Martha Lake mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Appliance Fixers is the nearest, roughly 1.6 miles from Martha Lake. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 31 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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 2.1, 2.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
First up for Martha Lake: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (3.6 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews); Fast Appliances Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Edmonds, 4.9 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Service (2.4 miles away, based in Everett, 5.0 stars from 322 reviews).
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 and Features
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
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 will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What Gets Fixed on a Martha Lake Washer Call
Owner Care for Kenmore 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
- 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
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:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code shown on the display
- How old the washer is
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
What Martha Lake Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Martha Lake 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 Martha Lake
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Martha Lake, WA
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore washers?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore washer?
Why is my washer leaking?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Martha Lake
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.