Kenmore owners in Waukesha usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Waukesha, 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 Waukesha work on Kenmore washers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Washer Technicians, Waukesha WI
Within 30 miles of Waukesha there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Milwaukee (16), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). Distances run up to about 18 miles. Nearest on the list: Hobart Service, around 4.4 miles out. None of the repair companies near Waukesha name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.4, 4.7, 6.9 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
The leading options for Waukesha are Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (9.4 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Lake Country Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (12.5 miles away, based in West Allis, 4.3 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (9.7 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 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.
Kenmore Washer Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
Kenmore Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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.
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:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
Laundry Notes for Waukesha, WI
Most washer calls in Waukesha 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.
Questions to Ask a Waukesha Washer Technician
- How often do you repair Kenmore washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Waukesha, WI
Do you work for Kenmore?
Is my Kenmore washer worth repairing?
Which Waukesha technicians work on Kenmore?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Other Washer Repair in Waukesha
Kenmore Washer Repair Near Waukesha
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.