A Kenmore dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. 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 Hasbrouck Heights work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Hasbrouck Heights
40 repair companies serve Hasbrouck Heights from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Clifton (7), Hackensack (6), and Passaic (6). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. Mastercare Appliance Repair Handlers is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Hasbrouck Heights. No company within 90 miles of Hasbrouck Heights mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hasbrouck Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.5, 1.5 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Hasbrouck Heights are Sam The Man Repairs LLC (3.0 miles away, based in Passaic, 5.0 stars from 753 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NJ APPLIANCETECH, LLC (3.9 miles away, based in Palisades Park, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Passaic, 4.5 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sequence 7 Appliance Repairs (2.6 miles away, based in Hackensack, 5.0 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dryer Features Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Dryers Are Built
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
Kenmore's compact condensing dryer needs no outside wall vent, runs on a 220V supply and offers manual-drain or direct-drain water removal. Source: Kenmore - 4.0 cu. ft. Front-Load Electric Condensing Dryer
What Kenmore Says to Check First
- 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 won't start. Kenmore says to confirm the cord is fully plugged into a grounded outlet and the breaker is intact, and to turn off Control Lock if buttons beep but nothing happens. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178)
Kenmore Dryer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| CL (Elite steam dryers) | Control Lock is on. 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) |
When to Call for Kenmore Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
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)
- 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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
Most dryer calls in Hasbrouck Heights 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Hasbrouck Heights
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is my Kenmore dryer worth repairing?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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 Hasbrouck Heights technician bring the right parts.