Kenmore Dryer Repair in North Lynnwood, WA

A Kenmore dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. The North Lynnwood list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.

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 North Lynnwood work on Kenmore dryers every week.

Who Works on Kenmore Dryers Near North Lynnwood

We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of North Lynnwood. The rest are spread across Everett (10), Lynnwood (7), and Bothell (6). Distances run up to about 7 miles. No company within 30 miles of North Lynnwood names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is 1 CALL REFRIGERATION & APPLIANCE REPAIR LLC, about 0.6 miles away. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.

Companies are shown by relevance and distance from North Lynnwood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.

First up for North Lynnwood: Sears Appliance Repair (86.7 miles away, based in Chehalis, 4.4 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (4.0 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fast Appliances Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Edmonds, 4.9 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews).

Kenmore Dryer Lines and Features

What Makes Kenmore Dryer Repairs Different

SmartDry Ultra dryers combine two moisture sensors with a temperature monitor and a dual heating element to fine-tune heat and cycle length. Source: Kenmore - 8.8 cu. ft. Electric Dryer w/ SmartDry Ultra Technology

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

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 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

When to Call for Kenmore Dryer Repair

• Clothes still damp after a full cycle
• Cycles take two or three runs to finish
• Dryer will not start when you press Start

What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks

Care Kenmore Recommends for Its Dryers

• 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)
• 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.

What Kenmore Dryer Repairs Cost

Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:

• Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
• Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
• 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?

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.

Before the Technician Arrives

• How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
• Any error code on the display
• What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)

What North Lynnwood Owners Should Know

Most dryer calls in North Lynnwood 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.

Before You Book in North Lynnwood

• What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
• Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
• Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?

Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: North Lynnwood, WA

Other Dryer Repair in North Lynnwood

Kenmore Dryer Repair Near North Lynnwood

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.