Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. The Kenneth City list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Kenneth City
Within 30 miles of Kenneth City there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Kenneth City, and the rest are spread across St. Petersburg (27), Largo (3), and Pinellas Park (2). Of those, 6 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: ATS.Inc Appliance / TV Repair, around 0.5 miles out. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 0.8 |
Closest matches for Kenneth City: American Appliance Inc (1.6 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.6 stars from 1,291 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Same-Day Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.9 stars from 942 reviews); Appliances Fix & Care LLC (14.1 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Teodor Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in St. Petersburg, 4.9 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
Why Washing Machines Break Down
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Kenneth City
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Local Notes for Kenneth City
Most washer calls in Kenneth City 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Kenneth City
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Kenneth City faster and cheaper.