Kenmore Dryer Repair in Colesville, MD

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 Colesville 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 Colesville work on Kenmore dryers every week.

Independent Kenmore Dryer Technicians, Colesville MD

We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Colesville. The rest are spread across Silver Spring (13), Rockville (4), and Kensington (4). No company within 90 miles of Colesville mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC, about 1.8 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.

Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.

First up for Colesville: TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (1.8 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bettar Appliance Master (4.9 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.0 stars from 1,337 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FUSE Service Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in North Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 363 reviews, lists Saturday hours).

Kenmore Dryer Lines and Features

How Kenmore Dryers Are Built

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)

Common Kenmore Dryer Problems

• Dryer not heating. Kenmore says to check for a tripped breaker or blown fuse and, on gas models, confirm the gas supply is on, noting an electric dryer can tumble without heat on a partial circuit. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178)
• 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)

Kenmore Dryer Error Codes

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

Signs Your Kenmore Dryer Needs a Technician

• Burning or hot smell during a cycle
• Drum turns but the air stays cool
• Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot

How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Colesville

Owner Care for Kenmore Dryers

• 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)
• 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.

What Kenmore Dryer Repairs Cost

A Kenmore dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:

• Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
• Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
• 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?

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.

Before the Technician Arrives

• The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
• What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
• Any error code on the display

Around Colesville

Most dryer calls in Colesville 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.

Before You Book in Colesville

• What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
• How often do you repair Kenmore dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
• Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?

Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Colesville, MD

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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.