Most Kenmore dryer repairs in Hendersonville involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Hendersonville, 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 Hendersonville work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Hendersonville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Hendersonville. 6 list an address in Hendersonville, and other nearby bases include Gallatin (10), Nashville (10), and Mt. Juliet (5). Distances run up to about 13 miles. The closest is Hendersonville Appliance Repair, about 0.2 miles away. No company within 30 miles of Hendersonville names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hendersonville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.5, 0.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
The leading options for Hendersonville are Sears Appliance Repair (85.5 miles away, based in Madisonville, 4.4 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Nashville (11.5 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.8 stars from 976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Recovery of Nashville LLC. (11.0 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.8 stars from 148 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Hendersonville - Mt. Juliet (2.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 616 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dryer
What Makes Kenmore Dryer Repairs Different
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
Kenmore Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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)
Reading a Kenmore Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| CL (Elite steam dryers) | Control Lock is on. 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) |
Signs Your Kenmore Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What Gets Fixed on a Hendersonville Dryer Call
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)
- Use only 4-inch rigid or semi-rigid metal duct (no plastic or foil), check it for lint monthly and clean it at least yearly; one Elite steam model allows about 65 feet with no elbows and 28 feet with four 90-degree elbows using a 4-inch hood. 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
Most Kenmore dryer repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- 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
Around Hendersonville
Most dryer calls in Hendersonville 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
Gas piping and gas appliance installation permits are handled by local governments, some of which require their own gas fitter license; for example, Chattanooga requires a city Master Gas Fitter License to pull a gas permit. Source: City of Chattanooga: Gas Permit
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Hendersonville
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Hendersonville, TN
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Which Hendersonville technicians work on Kenmore?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dryer?
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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.