If your Kenmore dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. 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 Staten Island work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Who Works on Kenmore Dryers Near Staten Island
Within 30 miles of Staten Island there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 34 list an address in Staten Island, and the rest are spread across Elizabeth (3), Carteret (2), and Bayonne (1). No company within 90 miles of Staten Island mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: APPLIANCE REPAIR STATEN ISLAND, around 0.7 miles out. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 52 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.7, 1.2 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
At the top of the Staten Island list: Top Tech Appliance Repair LLC (4.1 miles away, based in Carteret, 5.0 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, 4.8 stars from 288 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances R Russ (3.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Stove & Oven Repair (3.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dryer Features Technicians Work On
What a Kenmore Dryer Technician Deals With
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)
On Kenmore Elite steam dryers, the display reports ductwork restriction in steps (d80, d90, d95) and a blinking CHECK VENT, which the guide says is an exhaust problem rather than a dryer failure. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178)
Kenmore Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 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 |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| 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) |
| 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) |
When to Call for Kenmore Dryer Repair
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What Gets Fixed on a Staten Island Dryer Call
Keeping a Kenmore Dryer Running
- 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.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dryer Repair
Most Kenmore dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Staten Island Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Staten Island 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.
Questions to Ask a Staten Island Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Staten Island, NY
Why does my Kenmore dryer show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore dryers?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Is my Kenmore dryer worth repairing?
Other Dryer Repair in Staten Island
Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Staten Island
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.