If your Kenmore dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. The San Buenaventura list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near San Buenaventura work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Kenmore Dryer Repair Near San Buenaventura
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of San Buenaventura. Other nearby bases include Oxnard (13), Ventura (12), and Camarillo (12). None of the repair companies near San Buenaventura name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. SummitCore Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from San Buenaventura. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Buenaventura. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 0.9 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
The leading options for San Buenaventura are Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, based in Ventura, 4.7 stars from 255 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Excel Oxnard Appliance Techs (7.1 miles away, based in Oxnard, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Ventura (0.7 miles away, based in Ventura, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sunset Air Conditioning & Heating (3.4 miles away, based in Oxnard, 4.8 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dryer Lines and Features
How Kenmore Dryers Are Built
Kenmore's compact condensing dryer needs no outside wall vent, runs on a 220V supply and offers manual-drain or direct-drain water removal. Source: Kenmore - 4.0 cu. ft. Front-Load Electric Condensing Dryer
Kenmore's Check Vent sensor alerts the owner when the dryer is not moving enough air to the outside. Source: Kenmore - Laundry List: Kenmore Dryer Buying Guide
Kenmore Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Check Vent light blinking. Kenmore says the exhaust is seriously restricted and the ducts should be cleaned and inspected before using the dryer again. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178)
- 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)
Kenmore Dryer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| gAS (Elite steam dryers) | The gas supply is off on a gas model; open the house and dryer gas shutoffs. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178) |
| CL (Elite steam dryers) | Control Lock is on. 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) |
Signs Your Kenmore Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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)
- 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)
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around San Buenaventura
Most dryer calls in San Buenaventura 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
Gas piping, gas appliance connections and gas safety devices fall within the C-36 Plumbing Contractor classification licensed by the Contractors State License Board. Source: C-36 - Plumbing Contractor, Licensing Classifications Detail - CSLB
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in San Buenaventura
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: San Buenaventura, CA
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why does my Kenmore dryer show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dryers?
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Clean the lint screen, check the vent hood outside and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Kenmore repair.