Kenmore owners in Central Islip usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
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 Central Islip work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Who Works on Kenmore Dryers Near Central Islip
Within 30 miles of Central Islip there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Central Islip, and the rest are spread across Brentwood (6), Hauppauge (6), and Bohemia (5). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. None of the repair companies near Central Islip name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The closest is Smart Central Islip Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 22 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Central Islip. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.0, 1.2 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
Closest matches for Central Islip: Eddies Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Willie's Appliance (2.5 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JIC Appliance Care LLC (5.7 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Bohemia, 4.5 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dryer Features Technicians Work On
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
Common Kenmore Dryer Problems
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| gAS (Elite steam dryers) | The gas supply is off on a gas model; open the house and dryer gas shutoffs. 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
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the 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)
- 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
A Kenmore dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Central Islip
Most dryer calls in Central Islip 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 York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Before You Book in Central Islip
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Central Islip, NY
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Which Central Islip technicians work on Kenmore?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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Write down any error code your Kenmore dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Central Islip technician bring the right parts.