Most Kenmore dryer repairs in SeaTac involve the same few systems: heat, airflow, the drum drive and the controls. The SeaTac list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that list dryer work.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore dryers and other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near SeaTac work on Kenmore dryers every week.
Who Works on Kenmore Dryers Near SeaTac
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of SeaTac. 2 of them are based in SeaTac itself, and other nearby bases include Kent (12), Renton (11), and Seattle (7). Emergency Home Appliance Experts is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from SeaTac. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Kenmore by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from SeaTac. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention Kenmore | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 1.6 |
First up for SeaTac: Sears Appliance Repair (60.8 miles away, based in Chehalis, 4.4 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Appliance Fix Experts (7.4 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.8 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (5.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Dryer Features Technicians Work On
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 Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- 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)
- 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)
Kenmore Dryer Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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) |
| gAS (Elite steam dryers) | The gas supply is off on a gas model; open the house and dryer gas shutoffs. 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) |
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
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in SeaTac
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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore dryer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$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?
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
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around SeaTac
Most dryer calls in SeaTac 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
Washington's state plumber certification law defines plumbing as potable water, waste, medical gas and similar systems and does not list fuel gas piping, so gas line work is not part of the state plumber certificate. Source: Chapter 18.106 RCW, Plumbers
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in SeaTac
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Dryer Repair FAQs: SeaTac, WA
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Is my Kenmore dryer worth repairing?
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What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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Write down any error code your Kenmore dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a SeaTac technician bring the right parts.