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 Point Pleasant list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
Washing Machine Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore washers and other brands.
With a Kenmore washer, the model number matters more than the badge: it tells a technician exactly which parts and repair steps apply. Find it on the label before you call.
Who Works on Kenmore Washers Near Point Pleasant
32 repair companies serve Point Pleasant from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Charleston (6), Jackson (2), and Huntington (2). Distances run up to about 56 miles. The closest is Ken's Appliance Co., about 13.2 miles away. 1 lists Kenmore specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 30 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Point Pleasant is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Point Pleasant. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 13.2, 24.1, 29.7 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 32 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
The leading options for Point Pleasant are Sears Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.6 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Scott Depot, 4.1 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (36.2 miles away, based in St Albans, 4.3 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.1 miles away, based in Ripley, 3.7 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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.
Know Your Kenmore Washer
How Kenmore Washers Are Built
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
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Point Pleasant
Owner Care for Kenmore 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
- 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.
What Kenmore Washer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore washer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- How old the washer is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the lid, around the door opening or on the back of the cabinet
Local Notes for Point Pleasant
Most washer calls in Point Pleasant 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 Point Pleasant
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Washer Repair FAQs: Point Pleasant, WV
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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.