Kenmore owners in DeForest usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The DeForest list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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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.
Kenmore Washer Repair Near DeForest
Within 30 miles of DeForest there are 33 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Madison (16), Middleton (4), and Sun Prairie (3). None of the repair companies near DeForest name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The closest is Harbor Appliance Repair Services, about 5.8 miles away. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.8, 6.4, 6.7 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 33 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
First up for DeForest: Mr. Appliance of Madison, WI (13.4 miles away, based in Middleton, 4.8 stars from 636 reviews); Appliance Service Unlimited Of Middleton, Inc (13.7 miles away, based in Middleton, 4.9 stars from 1,373 reviews); Ghost Appliance Repair (15.8 miles away, based in Madison, 4.8 stars from 60 reviews); Champion Appliance Care (14.1 miles away, based in Madison, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews).
Kenmore sells top-load agitator, top-load impeller, front-load, and all-in-one combo washers in the U.S., and the repair path differs by type: front loaders add a door lock, door boot and pump filter, while top loaders rely on a lid switch and either an agitator or an impeller.
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
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
Signs Your Kenmore Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Around DeForest
Most washer calls in DeForest 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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near DeForest
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: DeForest, WI
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore washer's label, usually inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.