If your Kenmore dryer has stopped heating, stopped tumbling or started throwing an error code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Orting 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 Orting work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Who Works on Kenmore Dryers Near Orting
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Orting. 2 of them are based in Orting itself, and the rest are spread across Tacoma (9), Auburn (6), and Federal Way (5). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Orting names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Line Orting Appliance Repair Solutions, around 0.3 miles out. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 3.9 |
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
The leading options for Orting are Sears Appliance Repair (45.2 miles away, based in Chehalis, 4.4 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RPS Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Graham, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in Spanaway, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Dryer
What a Kenmore Dryer Technician Deals With
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 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)
- 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)
What Kenmore Dryer Codes Mean
| 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) |
| 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) |
Kenmore Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Dryer Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Kenmore Dryer Running
- If the lint screen looks clogged when held to the light, scrub it with hot soapy water and a stiff brush and let it dry fully before reinstalling. Source: Kenmore - Kenmore Elite Steam Dryer Use & Care Guide (796.8178/796.9178)
- 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)
Brand guides: Kenmore Dryer Not Heating: Causes and Fixes.
Kenmore Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What Orting Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Orting 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Orting
- How often do you repair Kenmore dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- 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: Orting, WA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Why does my Kenmore dryer show an error code?
Is my Kenmore dryer worth repairing?
More Laundry Repair in Orting, WA
Kenmore Dryer Repair Near Orting
Write down any error code your Kenmore dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Orting technician bring the right parts.