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 Cohoes list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
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 Cohoes work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Who Works on Kenmore Dryers Near Cohoes
40 repair companies serve Cohoes from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Schenectady (13), Albany (7), and Latham (3). Distances run up to about 17 miles. No company within 90 miles of Cohoes mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Earl B. Feiden Appliance, about 3.3 miles away. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cohoes. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.3, 3.5, 3.8 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 48 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
First up for Cohoes: Mr. Appliance of Clifton Park (14.3 miles away, based in Ballston Spa, 4.9 stars from 1,422 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.4 miles away, based in Schenectady, 4.5 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Earl B. Feiden Appliance (3.3 miles away, based in Latham, 4.9 stars from 2,284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Albany, 4.1 stars from 272 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dryer
What a Kenmore Dryer Technician Deals With
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
What Kenmore Says to Check First
- 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)
- Dryer takes too long to dry. Kenmore says to clean the lint filter of lint and softener residue and check the exhaust duct for buildup or excess length. 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) |
| CL (Elite steam dryers) | Control Lock is on. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178) |
Kenmore Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Cohoes
Keeping a Kenmore Dryer Running
- 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)
- 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.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dryer Repair
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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Cohoes
Most dryer calls in Cohoes 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
Gas work licensing is set locally; in New York City, for example, the Department of Buildings requires gas work to be done by a Licensed Master Plumber or by Gas Work Qualification holders under a master plumber's supervision. Source: NYC Department of Buildings: Local Law 150 of 2016 Gas Work Qualification Requirement
Questions to Ask a Cohoes Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Cohoes, NY
Is my Kenmore dryer worth repairing?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Cohoes
Write down any error code your Kenmore dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Cohoes technician bring the right parts.