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. The White Center list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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 White Center
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of White Center. The rest are spread across Seattle (21), Renton (7), and Tukwila (3). None of the repair companies near White Center name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Acclaimed Appliance Repair Miami is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from White Center. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from White Center. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.4, 2.0 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
First up for White Center: Expert Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Appliance Fix Experts (3.0 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.8 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (1.4 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Pro Repairs (6.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.6 stars from 660 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in White Center
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- Every few months, run the empty washer on hot water with two cups of white vinegar to clear detergent residue and grime. Source: Kenmore - Appliance Maintenance Tips to Help Maximize Efficiency
- 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.
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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- 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?
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
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Any error code shown on the display
What White Center Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in White Center 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 White Center Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: White Center, WA
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Other Washer Repair in White Center
Kenmore Washer Repair Near White Center
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.