Kenmore Dryer Repair in Thomasville, NC

Most Kenmore dryer repairs in Thomasville involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. The Thomasville 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 Thomasville work on Kenmore dryers every week.

Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Thomasville

Within 30 miles of Thomasville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 of them are based in Thomasville itself, and other nearby bases include High Point (11), Greensboro (6), and Winston-Salem (6). Distances run up to about 20 miles. The closest is Brightmere Appliance Works, about 0.5 miles away. None of the repair companies near Thomasville name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.

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First up for Thomasville: Sears Appliance Repair (19.8 miles away, based in Clemmons, 4.6 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Convenient Appliance Service (17.7 miles away, based in Greensboro, 4.9 stars from 1,961 reviews); John Michael & Associates, Inc. (9.6 miles away, based in High Point, 4.7 stars from 230 reviews); Convenient Appliance Service (19.6 miles away, based in Winston-Salem, 4.9 stars from 2,279 reviews).

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

SmartDry Ultra dryers combine two moisture sensors with a temperature monitor and a dual heating element to fine-tune heat and cycle length. Source: Kenmore - 8.8 cu. ft. Electric Dryer w/ SmartDry Ultra Technology

What Kenmore Says to Check First

• 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)
• 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

Signs Your Kenmore Dryer Needs a Technician

• Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
• Cycles take two or three runs to finish
• Burning or hot smell during a cycle

What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks

Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dryers

• 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)
• 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:

• Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
• Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
• Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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

• Any error code on the display
• 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)

Around Thomasville

Most dryer calls in Thomasville 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.

Questions to Ask a Thomasville Technician

• Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
• 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?

Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Thomasville, NC

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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore dryer's label, usually inside the door opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.