If your Kenmore washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Spanaway, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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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, Spanaway WA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Spanaway. 3 list an address in Spanaway, and the rest are spread across Tacoma (12), Federal Way (6), and Puyallup (4). Distances run up to about 16 miles. The closest is Merit Spanaway Appliance Repair Co, about 0.5 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Spanaway mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.5, 2.4 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
The leading options for Spanaway are RPS Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Graham, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (13.6 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FIX UFA Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.5 stars from 76 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.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
Sensor-equipped models estimate load size and soil level and adjust water and detergent to match. Source: Kenmore - 5 things you didn't know a Kenmore smart washer and dryer could do
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Spanaway
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
- 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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
What Spanaway Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Spanaway 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Spanaway
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Spanaway, WA
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why is my washer leaking?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Other Washer Repair in Spanaway
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Spanaway
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Spanaway technician bring the right parts.