Kenmore owners in Borger usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Borger, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest dryer repair companies.
Independent listings only: Washer and Dryer Repair is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your dryer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Borger work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Independent Kenmore Dryer Technicians, Borger TX
Our data shows 16 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Borger. 3 of them are based in Borger itself, and other nearby bases include Amarillo (11), Pampa (1), and Dumas (1). Distances run up to about 49 miles. No company within 60 miles of Borger names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Call Today Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Borger. The 14 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Borger is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 16 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.9, 1.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
First up for Borger: Sears Appliance Repair (72.0 miles away, based in Guymon, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.2 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Guerrero's Appliances (38.5 miles away, based in Amarillo, 4.8 stars from 375 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.2 miles away, based in Pampa, 4.3 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dryer
How Kenmore Dryers Are Built
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's compact condensing dryer needs no outside wall vent, runs on a 220V supply and offers manual-drain or direct-drain water removal. Source: Kenmore - 4.0 cu. ft. Front-Load Electric Condensing Dryer
Common Kenmore Dryer Problems
- 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)
- 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)
Kenmore Dryer Error Codes
| 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) |
| tE1-tE7 (Elite steam dryers) | A temperature sensor has failed; the dryer needs service. 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) |
Kenmore smart washers and dryers can check diagnostics through the Kenmore Smart app or Alexa and send app notices about blocked filters and other machine issues. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite 81782 Smart 7.4 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Accela Steam
Signs Your Kenmore Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Borger
Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dryers
- 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)
- 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.
Budgeting for a Kenmore Dryer Repair
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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Borger
Most dryer calls in Borger 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.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, ยง1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Borger Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Borger, TX
Which Borger technicians work on Kenmore?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Is my Kenmore dryer worth repairing?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Borger
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.