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. Below are independent repair companies serving Fairmont, 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.
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 Fairmont
Within 60 miles of Fairmont there are 30 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Fairmont, and other nearby bases include Uniontown (3), Bridgeport (2), and Connellsville (2). Nearest on the list: Bargain Appliance Repair and Services LLC, around 1.0 miles out. None of the repair companies near Fairmont name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Fairmont is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 30 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.6, 1.8 |
Closest matches for Fairmont: Sears Appliance Repair (13.0 miles away, based in Bridgeport, 4.4 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Westover, 4.6 stars from 79 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Shannons Appliance Repair (13.9 miles away, based in Bridgeport, 4.9 stars from 440 reviews); Double D Appliance Repair. (1.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 55 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 and Features
What Makes Kenmore Washer Repairs Different
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
When to Call for Kenmore Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Fairmont Washer Call
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Washers
- 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
- 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:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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
- Any error code shown on the display
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, no spin, leaks, noise)
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
Around Fairmont
Most washer calls in Fairmont 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.
West Virginia's Division of Labor certifies HVAC technicians for installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating and cooling system components, and the law has no specific appliance repair license or exemption. Source: West Virginia Code Chapter 21, Article 16 (HVAC technician certification), Division of Labor
In West Virginia, you can check a license with the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board License Lookup or report a problem to the West Virginia Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Fairmont
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Fairmont, WV
Is this Kenmore customer service?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Which Fairmont technicians work on Kenmore?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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Kenmore Washer Repair Near Fairmont
Write down any error code your Kenmore washer shows and at what point in the cycle it appears. It helps a Fairmont technician bring the right parts.