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 Summerlin South, 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.
Kenmore dryers were made for Sears by several manufacturers over the years, so the model number matters more than the badge. Independent technicians can look up the parts from it.
Independent Kenmore Dryer Technicians, Summerlin South NV
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Summerlin South. Other nearby bases include Las Vegas (38) and North Las Vegas (2). Distances run up to about 12 miles. Joe's Home Appliance Repair Services is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Summerlin South. None of the repair companies near Summerlin South name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Summerlin South. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.7, 1.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 19 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
First up for Summerlin South: Appliance Savers Repair Company (9.3 miles away, based in Las Vegas, 4.9 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.6 miles away, based in Las Vegas, 4.6 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Joe's Home Appliance Repair Services (1.2 miles away, based in Las Vegas, 4.9 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Refrigerator-Dryer-Oven Repair Las Vegas (8.7 miles away, based in Las Vegas, 5.0 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dryer
What Makes Kenmore Dryer Repairs Different
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
- 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 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 |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| CL (Elite steam dryers) | Control Lock is on. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178) |
| d80 / d90 / d95 (Elite steam dryers) | The exhaust ductwork is roughly 80, 90 or 95 percent blocked; stop using the dryer until the vent is cleaned or repaired. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178) |
When to Call for Kenmore Dryer Repair
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Kenmore 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.
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:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Summerlin South
Most dryer calls in Summerlin South 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.
Nevada has no license class for appliance repair as such; contracting work on gas piping, gas vents and water heaters falls under the State Contractors Board's C-1 plumbing and heating subclassifications. Source: Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 624 (NAC 624.190)
Installing gas supply piping and vents requires a Nevada State Contractors Board license in the C-1 plumbing and heating classification (for example the C-1d plumbing or C-1g gas pipes and vents subclassifications), and water heater installation and repair falls under subclassification C-1h. Source: Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 624 (NAC 624.190)
Before You Book in Summerlin South
- 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?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Summerlin South, NV
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Which Summerlin South technicians work on Kenmore?
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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.