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 Old Jefferson work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Independent Kenmore Dryer Technicians, Old Jefferson LA
Our data shows 24 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Old Jefferson. The rest are spread across Baton Rouge (11), Denham Springs (4), and St Amant (3). Distances run up to about 26 miles. No company within 90 miles of Old Jefferson mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Hittman Services, around 4.6 miles out. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Old Jefferson. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.6, 4.8, 5.0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 24 |
The leading options for Old Jefferson are Ourso Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Denham Springs, 4.7 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Baton Rouge, 4.5 stars from 175 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Baton Rouge, 4.5 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Gonzales, 4.5 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dryer
How Kenmore Dryers Are Built
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
What Kenmore Says to Check First
- 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)
- 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)
Reading a Kenmore Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| PS (Elite steam dryers) | The power cord on an electric model is wired incorrectly; check the neutral on the center terminal. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178) |
| 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) |
| 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) |
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
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Owner Care for Kenmore 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)
- 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)
Brand guides: Kenmore Dryer Not Heating: Causes and Fixes.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dryer Call
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Old Jefferson
Most dryer calls in Old Jefferson 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Old Jefferson
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Old Jefferson, LA
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Why does my Kenmore dryer show an error code?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Write down any error code your Kenmore dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Old Jefferson technician bring the right parts.