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 New Albany list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Independent listings only: Washer and Dryer Repair is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near New Albany work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Who Works on Kenmore Dryers Near New Albany
Within 60 miles of New Albany there are 20 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Oxford (5), Ripley (3), and Collierville (3). The closest is Refrigeration Service, about 16.7 miles away. No company within 90 miles of New Albany mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether New Albany is inside its regular service area.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 20 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 16.7, 17.0, 17.0 |
Closest matches for New Albany: Sears Appliance Repair (17.0 miles away, based in Ripley, 4.8 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.4 miles away, based in Oxford, 4.7 stars from 101 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (53.8 miles away, based in Collierville, 4.6 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Appliance Repair Ms (49.7 miles away, based in Byhalia, 4.6 stars from 61 reviews).
Kenmore Dryer Lines and Features
What a Kenmore Dryer Technician Deals With
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
- 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 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)
What Kenmore Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| 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) |
Kenmore Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in New Albany
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its 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)
- 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.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dryer Repair
A Kenmore dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for New Albany
Most dryer calls in New Albany 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.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near New Albany
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: New Albany, MS
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why does my Kenmore dryer show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dryers?
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Kenmore Dryer Repair Near New Albany
Write down any error code your Kenmore dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a New Albany technician bring the right parts.