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 Linwood 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 Linwood work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Linwood
Our data shows 28 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Linwood. The rest are spread across Pleasantville (3), Galloway (3), and Somers Point (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. None of the repair companies near Linwood name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Nearest on the list: Pursel's Appliance Services, around 1.9 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 25 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Linwood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 3.3, 4.1 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 28 |
Closest matches for Linwood: C and R Appliance Of Galloway Inc (11.7 miles away, based in Galloway, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.6 miles away, based in Mays Landing, 4.2 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Atlantic and Cape May (16.8 miles away, based in Cape May Court House, 4.7 stars from 479 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ULMER'S Appliance Service (11.5 miles away, based in Ocean View, 4.5 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dryer
What a Kenmore Dryer Technician Deals With
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
Common Kenmore Dryer Problems
- 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)
- 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
| 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) |
| 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) |
| CHECK FILTER (Elite steam dryers) | A reminder to clean the lint filter before the load. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178) |
Signs Your Kenmore Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Linwood
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)
- 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.
Kenmore Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- Any error code on the display
What Linwood Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Linwood 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.
Before You Book in Linwood
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Linwood, NJ
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dryer?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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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.