Kenmore owners in Wappingers Falls usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Wappingers Falls, 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 Wappingers Falls work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Independent Kenmore Dryer Technicians, Wappingers Falls NY
Within 30 miles of Wappingers Falls there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Wappingers Falls, and other nearby bases include New Windsor (6), Middletown (4), and Mahopac (3). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Fit-tek Fitness Equipment Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Wappingers Falls. None of the repair companies near Wappingers Falls name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wappingers Falls. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 4.3, 7.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 46 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
First up for Wappingers Falls: General George Appliance Repair (25.5 miles away, based in Goshen, 5.0 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sohns Appliance Center (14.2 miles away, based in Walden, 4.7 stars from 301 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.6 miles away, based in Mahopac, 4.5 stars from 108 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.2 miles away, based in Danbury, 4.6 stars from 215 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
Common Kenmore Dryer Problems
- 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)
- 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 |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| CL (Elite steam dryers) | Control Lock is on. 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
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
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)
- 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:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Wappingers Falls Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Wappingers Falls 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 Wappingers Falls
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Kenmore dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Wappingers Falls, NY
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Which Wappingers Falls technicians work on Kenmore?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dryer?
More Laundry Repair in Wappingers Falls, NY
Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Wappingers Falls
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.