If your Kenmore dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Westwood, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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 Westwood work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Who Works on Kenmore Dryers Near Westwood
40 repair companies serve Westwood from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Westwood itself, and other nearby bases include Paramus (7), Bergenfield (3), and Ridgewood (3). Nearest on the list: United Technical Services, around 0.6 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Westwood mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Westwood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.0, 1.1 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
At the top of the Westwood list: Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (4.6 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); United Technical Services (0.6 miles away, based in Emerson, 4.9 stars from 161 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Paramus, 4.4 stars from 266 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Bergen Appliance Service (4.8 miles away, based in Paramus, 4.5 stars from 360 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dryer Features Technicians Work On
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)
What Kenmore Says to Check First
- Check Vent light blinking. Kenmore says the exhaust is seriously restricted and the ducts should be cleaned and inspected before using the dryer again. 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)
Reading a Kenmore Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| 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) |
| 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) |
Signs Your Kenmore Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Kenmore Dryer Running
- 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
A Kenmore dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Westwood Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Westwood 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Westwood
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Westwood, NJ
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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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.