Kenmore owners in Montpelier usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Montpelier, 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.
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.
Independent Kenmore Dryer Technicians, Montpelier VT
Within 60 miles of Montpelier there are 31 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Montpelier itself, and the rest are spread across Rutland (4), Essex Junction (3), and Plattsburgh (3). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Montpelier mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Commercial Services Inc is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Montpelier. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Montpelier is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Montpelier. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 31 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 5.7, 5.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
First up for Montpelier: Advanced Appliance (35.9 miles away, based in Colchester, 4.9 stars from 359 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (34.1 miles away, based in Middlebury, 4.6 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bouchard-Pierce (31.6 miles away, based in Essex Junction, 4.4 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (30.7 miles away, based in St Johnsbury, 4.6 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dryer Features Technicians Work On
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
- Check Vent light blinking. Kenmore says the exhaust is seriously restricted and the ducts should be cleaned and inspected before using the dryer again. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178)
- Dryer not heating. Kenmore says to check for a tripped breaker or blown fuse and, on gas models, confirm the gas supply is on, noting an electric dryer can tumble without heat on a partial circuit. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178)
What Kenmore Dryer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| CHECK FILTER (Elite steam dryers) | A reminder to clean the lint filter before the load. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178) |
| HS (Elite steam dryers) | The humidity (moisture) sensor has failed; the dryer needs service. 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) |
Kenmore Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Kenmore Dryer Running
- 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:
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
What Montpelier Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Montpelier 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.
No separate Vermont appliance repair license was identified, but anyone who installs, inspects or services natural gas or propane systems, including appliances, must hold a gas certification from the Division of Fire Safety. Source: Vermont Division of Fire Safety: Natural and LP Gas Certifications
The Division of Fire Safety certifies natural gas installers, LP gas installers and combined installers to install, inspect and service gas systems under the state fire and building safety code. Source: Vermont Division of Fire Safety: Natural and LP Gas Certifications
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Montpelier
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: Montpelier, VT
Is this Kenmore customer service?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is my Kenmore dryer worth repairing?
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Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Montpelier
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.