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.
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Kenmore appliances were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears dryer repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite dryers; they are not Sears.
Who Works on Kenmore Dryers Near Pecan Plantation
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Pecan Plantation. The rest are spread across Fort Worth (17), Crowley (5), and Granbury (4). Distances run up to about 29 miles. No company within 30 miles of Pecan Plantation names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Home Care Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 8.1 miles from Pecan Plantation. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 46 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.1, 8.6, 9.0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
At the top of the Pecan Plantation list: Sears Appliance Repair (64.6 miles away, based in Gatesville, 4.5 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Care Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Granbury, 5.0 stars from 120 reviews); Oliver Dyer's Appliance (27.5 miles away, based in Fort Worth, 4.8 stars from 1,140 reviews, lists Saturday hours); King's Appliance Outlet & Repair Service (8.6 miles away, based in Granbury, 4.7 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dryer
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)
What Kenmore Says to Check First
- 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 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)
Kenmore Dryer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| 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) |
| CL (Elite steam dryers) | Control Lock is on. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178) |
When to Call for Kenmore Dryer Repair
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Pecan Plantation Dryer Call
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
A Kenmore dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Pecan Plantation Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Pecan Plantation 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, §1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
Gas piping counts as plumbing in Texas and requires a plumbing license, with an exemption for LP gas installers who hold a separate state LP gas license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §§1301.002, 1301.055 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Pecan Plantation
- How often do you repair Kenmore dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Pecan Plantation, TX
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore dryer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Which Pecan Plantation technicians work on Kenmore?
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Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Pecan Plantation
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore dryer's label, usually inside the door opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.