Most Kenmore washer repairs in Port Orchard involve the same few systems: the drain pump, the lid or door lock, the drive, the water supply and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Port Orchard, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Port Orchard work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Port Orchard WA
Within 30 miles of Port Orchard there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Seattle (16), Bremerton (9), and Bainbridge Island (7). No company within 90 miles of Port Orchard mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Birch Solidcrest Alliance, about 2.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 26 businesses.
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| Mention washer work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 3.6, 3.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
Closest matches for Port Orchard: Appliance Fix Experts (15.7 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.8 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Pro Repairs (16.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.6 stars from 660 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (15.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (16.7 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Washer Lines and Features
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
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
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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
- How old the washer is
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Local Notes for Port Orchard
Most washer calls in Port Orchard 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 Port Orchard
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Port Orchard, WA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
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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 Port Orchard technician bring the right parts.