Kenmore owners in Endicott usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Endicott, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
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 Endicott work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Endicott
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Endicott. 1 of them are based in Endicott itself, and the rest are spread across Scranton (7), Elmira (3), and Pittston (3). Distances run up to about 57 miles. 1 lists Kenmore specifically. The closest is Duffy's AIS, about 1.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 38 businesses. Endicott is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Endicott. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 14 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 44 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 3.9, 5.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 25 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
First up for Endicott: Sears Appliance Repair (25.8 miles away, based in Sayre, 4.2 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.7 stars from 179 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (36.1 miles away, based in Sidney, 4.5 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Witty Appliance Service (34.6 miles away, based in Cortland, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dryer
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
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
- 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)
- 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)
What Kenmore Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| PF / nP (Elite steam dryers) | A power supply or cord connection problem; check the cord at the terminal block and the house fuse or breaker. 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 will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
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)
- 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.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dryer Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Endicott Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Endicott 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Endicott
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Endicott, NY
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Why does my Kenmore dryer show an 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.