If your Kenmore dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Murfreesboro, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dryers and other brands.
Kenmore dryers were made for Sears by several manufacturers over the years, so the model number matters more than the badge. Independent technicians can look up the parts from it.
Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Murfreesboro
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Murfreesboro. 8 of them are based in Murfreesboro itself, and the rest are spread across Nashville (8), Smyrna (4), and Franklin (4). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. None of the repair companies near Murfreesboro 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 4.3 stars.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.0, 1.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 59 |
Closest matches for Murfreesboro: Mr Boro Appliance (1.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Nashville (25.6 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.8 stars from 976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 348 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tn Appliance Exchange LLC (18.0 miles away, based in Antioch, 4.5 stars from 1,099 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dryer
How Kenmore Dryers Are Built
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
- 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)
- 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)
Reading a Kenmore Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| 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
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Keeping a Kenmore Dryer Running
- 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)
- 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)
Brand guides: Kenmore Dryer Not Heating: Causes and Fixes.
What Kenmore Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Dryer Call
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Murfreesboro, TN
Most dryer calls in Murfreesboro 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
Questions to Ask a Murfreesboro Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Murfreesboro, TN
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do you work for Kenmore?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dryer?
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Write down any error code your Kenmore dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Murfreesboro technician bring the right parts.