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 Rice Lake, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Washing Machine Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your washer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Rice Lake work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Rice Lake
Within 60 miles of Rice Lake there are 22 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Eau Claire (7), Trego (2), and Bloomer (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Rice Lake mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Turtle Lake Appliances. is the nearest, roughly 20.3 miles from Rice Lake. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Rice Lake is inside its regular service area.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 20.3, 24.2, 27.5 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 22 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
First up for Rice Lake: Sears Appliance Repair (24.2 miles away, based in Spooner, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Minnesota Appliance Repair (59.7 miles away, based in North Branch, 5.0 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mohrs T V Appliance & Antenna Services (30.3 miles away, based in Bloomer, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.3 miles away, based in Eau Claire, 4.5 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
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
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
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Rice Lake
Keeping a Kenmore Washer Running
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Kenmore Washer Not Draining or Spinning: Fixes.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Washer Repair
A Kenmore washer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Washer Call
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
Around Rice Lake
Most washer calls in Rice 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.
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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Rice Lake
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- 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: Rice Lake, WI
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Which Rice Lake technicians work on Kenmore?
Other Washer Repair in Rice Lake
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Rice 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.