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 Isanti 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.
Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears dryer repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite dryers; they are not Sears.
Who Works on Kenmore Dryers Near Isanti
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Isanti. The rest are spread across Blaine (5), Ham Lake (3), and Forest Lake (3). The closest is Home Appliance Service | St Francis, about 9.3 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Isanti mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Isanti. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 41 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.3, 10.4, 10.5 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
Closest matches for Isanti: Minnesota Appliance Repair (12.8 miles away, based in North Branch, 5.0 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Forest Lake, 4.6 stars from 201 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Anderson's Mechanical Services LLC (22.8 miles away, based in Blaine, 4.8 stars from 1,207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (25.5 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 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)
Kenmore Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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)
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| CL (Elite steam dryers) | Control Lock is on. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178) |
When to Call for Kenmore Dryer Repair
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What Gets Fixed on a Isanti Dryer Call
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)
- If the lint screen looks clogged when held to the light, scrub it with hot soapy water and a stiff brush and let it dry fully before reinstalling. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178)
Brand guides: Kenmore Dryer Not Heating: Causes and Fixes.
What Kenmore Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- 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
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for Isanti
Most dryer calls in Isanti 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Before You Book in Isanti
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Isanti, MN
Why does my Kenmore dryer show an error code?
Is my Kenmore dryer worth repairing?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dryers?
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Write down any error code your Kenmore dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Isanti technician bring the right parts.