If your Kenmore dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dryers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Sylacauga work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Sylacauga
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Sylacauga. Other nearby bases include Birmingham (17), Pelham (4), and Alabaster (3). The closest is Brilliance Appliance Repair Harpersville, about 15.4 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Sylacauga mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 23 businesses. Sylacauga is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sylacauga. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 15.4, 20.3, 24.3 |
At the top of the Sylacauga list: Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (36.4 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.8 miles away, based in Pell City, 4.6 stars from 507 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OTM Appliance Repair (34.8 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Appliance Mechanic LLC (27.9 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews).
Kenmore Dryer Lines and Features
What Makes Kenmore Dryer Repairs Different
Accela Steam dryers connect directly to the household water supply, so the inlet hose and water pressure (20 to 120 psi) become part of a steam-dryer service check. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178)
Kenmore Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Clothes wrinkled after drying. Kenmore says to remove clothes promptly, avoid overloading, and use Wrinkle Guard or a short touch-up cycle. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178)
- Dryer vibrating or noisy. Kenmore says to level the dryer on its four feet without extending them more than needed and keep at least an inch of clearance at the sides and back. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178)
What Kenmore Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| tE1-tE7 (Elite steam dryers) | A temperature sensor has failed; the dryer needs service. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178) |
| PF / nP (Elite steam dryers) | A power supply or cord connection problem; check the cord at the terminal block and the house fuse or breaker. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178) |
| HS (Elite steam dryers) | The humidity (moisture) sensor has failed; the dryer needs service. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178) |
Kenmore smart washers and dryers can check diagnostics through the Kenmore Smart app or Alexa and send app notices about blocked filters and other machine issues. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite 81782 Smart 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Accela Steam
When to Call for Kenmore Dryer Repair
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Kenmore Dryer Running
- Use only 4-inch rigid or semi-rigid metal duct (no plastic or foil), check it for lint monthly and clean it at least yearly; one Elite steam model allows about 65 feet with no elbows and 28 feet with four 90-degree elbows using a 4-inch hood. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178)
- Clean the lint trap after every load, since lint that gets past it builds up in the vent and lengthens drying times. Source: Kenmore - 3 Reasons to Clean Your Dryer Vent (And How to Do It)
Brand guides: Kenmore Dryer Not Heating: Causes and Fixes.
Kenmore Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for Sylacauga
Most dryer calls in Sylacauga come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Sylacauga
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Sylacauga, AL
Is this Kenmore customer service?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dryers?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Sylacauga
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore dryer's label, usually inside the door opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.