Kenmore owners in Citrus Park usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Citrus Park, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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Kenmore dryers were made for Sears by several manufacturers over the years, so the model number matters more than the badge. Independent technicians can look up the parts from it.
Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Citrus Park
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Citrus Park. Other nearby bases include Tampa (24), Lutz (4), and Odessa (4). No company within 30 miles of Citrus Park names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.8 miles out. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.5, 2.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 34 |
Closest matches for Citrus Park: Sears Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Temple Terrace, 4.6 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County (6.6 miles away, based in Oldsmar, 4.9 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPLIANCE REPAIR TEODOR (1.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (3.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dryer Lines and Features
What a Kenmore Dryer Technician Deals With
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
Common Kenmore Dryer Problems
- 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 takes too long to dry. Kenmore says to clean the lint filter of lint and softener residue and check the exhaust duct for buildup or excess length. 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) |
| 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) |
When to Call for Kenmore Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Kenmore Dryers
- To clean the vent, unplug the dryer, disconnect the duct from the dryer and wall, and vacuum lint from the duct, the wall vent and the back of the dryer. Source: Kenmore - 3 Reasons to Clean Your Dryer Vent (And How to Do It)
- 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.
What Kenmore Dryer Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
What Citrus Park Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Citrus Park 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.
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
LP gas businesses are licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; its Category V LP gas installer license covers installing and servicing LP gas appliances, piping and equipment. Source: Florida Statutes Chapter 527, Sale of Liquefied Petroleum Gas
Before You Book in Citrus Park
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Citrus Park, FL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Is my Kenmore dryer worth repairing?
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Write down any error code your Kenmore dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Citrus Park technician bring the right parts.