KENMORE REPAIR · TWIN CITIES, MN

Kenmore Appliance Repair Twin Cities, MN

Kenmore is the Sears house brand and one of the most-installed appliance lines in the Twin Cities — but Kenmore doesn't actually manufacture appliances. Every Kenmore is built by another OEM (Whirlpool, LG, Frigidaire, Samsung, GE, Bosch, depending on the model) and the first three digits of the model number tell us who made it. We've been decoding Kenmore by source code for over a decade so we bring the right OEM parts on the first visit.

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(651) 364-7466
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  • Same-day windows

    Call before 2pm weekdays.

  • Twin Cities + W. WI

    Mpls, St. Paul, Hudson + more.

  • OEM Kenmore parts

    Stocked on every truck.

  • 1-year written warranty

    Parts and labor in writing.

Kenmore Elite French-door refrigerator and top-load washer in a Saint Paul, MN home

Same-day Kenmore repair across the Twin Cities

Most appliance shops dread Kenmore calls because the model lookup is confusing and parts can be miscatalogued. We don't — every senior tech reads Kenmore source codes the same way they read VIN numbers on cars, and we know the failure patterns for the Whirlpool-built 110-series, the LG-built 795-series, the Frigidaire-built 253-series, and the Samsung-built 401-series Kenmore models. Tell us the model number when you book and we'll have the right OEM parts on the truck.

Kenmore has been Sears Roebuck's appliance brand since 1927. Sears never owned a factory — they contracted with major OEMs (originally Whirlpool, Roper, and Maytag, later joined by LG, Samsung, Frigidaire/Electrolux, GE, and Bosch) to build appliances under the Kenmore badge. The first three digits of any Kenmore model number identify the contract manufacturer.

Why this matters for service: a Kenmore 110.xxxxx top-load washer is a Whirlpool with Kenmore styling, and takes Whirlpool parts. A Kenmore 795.xxxxx French-door fridge is built by LG and takes LG parts. A Kenmore 253.xxxxx side-by-side is built by Frigidaire and takes Electrolux/Frigidaire parts. We've internalized the full source-code map — washers, dryers, refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers — so the diagnostic is the same as servicing the underlying OEM platform.

The Kenmore source-code map — what your model number tells us

The first three digits of every Kenmore model number identify the original manufacturer. 110 = Whirlpool. 795 = LG. 253 = Frigidaire / Electrolux. 401 / 596 = Samsung. 363 = GE. 587 = Bosch. 665 = Whirlpool (dishwashers specifically). 417 = Frigidaire (laundry). When you book, give us the model number and we'll bring the right OEM parts on the first visit — that's how we hit 85% first-visit completion on Kenmore calls.

Kenmore sub-series & what fails on each

Not every Kenmore platform is equal. Knowing your sub-series tells us which OEM parts to load on the truck before we leave for your house.

Kenmore 110 — Whirlpool-Built (washers, dryers, refrigerators)

Positioning: The most common Kenmore source code. Whirlpool direct-drive washers, 27" dryers, top-freezer fridges.

Common failures: Washer lid switch, shift actuator, drive motor coupling; dryer thermal fuse, heating element; fridge defrost system, evaporator fan

Repair-vs-replace: Repair almost always worth it through 15 yrs — Whirlpool parts cheap and stocked

Kenmore Elite 795 — LG-Built (refrigerators)

Positioning: LG-built French-door and side-by-side fridges (often with linear compressor)

Common failures: Linear compressor failure (rF / Er CF), evap fan motor, ice maker module, drain heater, control board

Repair-vs-replace: Repair under 10 yrs absolutely; linear compressor past 10 yrs covered by 10-yr LG warranty (we file)

Kenmore 253 / 596 — Frigidaire-Built (refrigerators, ranges)

Positioning: Side-by-side and top-freezer fridges, electric ranges, all built by Frigidaire / Electrolux

Common failures: Defrost system failure, ice maker module, condenser fan, range bake elements, surface burner switches

Repair-vs-replace: Repair worth it through 12 yrs

Kenmore 401 / 596 — Samsung-Built (refrigerators, laundry)

Positioning: Samsung-built French-door fridges and front-load laundry under the Kenmore badge

Common failures: Ice maker freezing over (Samsung DA97 module pattern), evap fan motor seizure, washer door boot tears, dryer thermistor drift

Repair-vs-replace: Repair under 10 yrs; ice maker fix is the same as on a Samsung

Kenmore 665 — Whirlpool-Built Dishwashers

Positioning: Whirlpool-platform 24" dishwashers with Kenmore styling

Common failures: Drain pump clogs, door latch microswitch, water inlet valve, control board failures

Repair-vs-replace: Repair worth it under 10 yrs

Kenmore 363 — GE-Built Ranges and Refrigerators

Positioning: GE-platform top-freezer fridges and electric ranges, mostly pre-2010

Common failures: Defrost system failure, ice maker module, range bake/broil elements, surface burner switches, EOC failures

Repair-vs-replace: Repair worth it under 12 yrs; older GE-platform parts still available

Kenmore Elite 587 — Bosch-Built Dishwashers

Positioning: Bosch 300/500-series chassis under Kenmore Elite badge

Common failures: E15 leak-tray events, drain pump clogs, door spring cable wear, water inlet valve failures

Repair-vs-replace: Repair worth it under 12 yrs — these are real Bosch dishwashers

Kenmore appliances we repair

Kenmore Washer Repair (110 Whirlpool, 401 Samsung, 417 Frigidaire)

Top-load (110-series Whirlpool direct-drive) and front-load (110, 401 Samsung, 417 Frigidaire) Kenmore washers. Lid switches, shift actuators, drive motor couplings, door boots, door locks, drain pumps, and control boards — diagnosed by source code, parts on the truck.

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Kenmore Dryer Repair (Electric & Gas)

110-series Whirlpool-built and 417/596-series electric and gas dryers. Heating elements, thermal fuses, gas valve coils, drum rollers, idler pulleys, belts, and thermistors. Source-code lookup on every call.

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Kenmore Refrigerator Repair (110, 253, 363, 401, 596, 795)

Every Kenmore source-code family — Whirlpool 110, Frigidaire 253, GE 363, Samsung 401, LG 795. Defrost system service, evaporator and condenser fan motors, ice maker modules, linear compressor inverter boards (LG-built), and EPA 608 sealed-system work.

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Kenmore Range & Oven Repair

110-series Whirlpool, 253/596-series Frigidaire, 363-series GE, and 790-series LG Kenmore ranges. Bake/broil elements, surface ignitors and electric elements, gas valve coils, EOC control boards, thermostat calibration.

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Kenmore Dishwasher Repair (665 Whirlpool, 587 Bosch)

665-series Whirlpool-built and Elite 587-series Bosch-built dishwashers. Drain pumps, water inlet valves, door latches, door spring cables, control boards, and E15 leak-tray diagnosis on the Bosch chassis.

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Most common Kenmore failures we fix

  • Kenmore 110 top-load washer — fills but won't agitate (lid switch or shift actuator).
  • Kenmore 110 top-load washer — won't spin (shift actuator, lid lock, or drive motor).
  • Kenmore 110 dryer — runs but no heat (heating element, thermal fuse, thermistor).
  • Kenmore Elite 795 fridge — won't cool at all (linear compressor inverter board).
  • Kenmore Elite 795 fridge — ice maker freezing over (LG SpacePlus pattern).
  • Kenmore 253 fridge — warming up, freezer still cold (defrost timer/thermostat/heater).
  • Kenmore 401 / 596 fridge — ice maker not making ice (Samsung DA97 module).
  • Kenmore 363 range — surface burner won't ignite (GE-platform spark module).
  • Kenmore 665 dishwasher — won't drain (drain pump clog).
  • Kenmore Elite 587 dishwasher — E15 leak-tray flood (Bosch leak diagnosis).
  • Kenmore 110 fridge — ice maker not making ice (Whirlpool ice maker module).
  • Kenmore 417 dryer — moisture sensor leaving clothes wet (sensor contamination).

Kenmore error-code reference

Quick lookup for the codes our techs see most on Kenmore appliances in the Twin Cities. "DIY" means try the listed step first; "Call a tech" usually requires OEM parts and meter testing.

CodeApplianceMeaningAction
F1110-series Range (Whirlpool)EOC self-detected fault — power-cycle, then diagnose.Call a tech
F2110-series Range (Whirlpool)Oven temp sensor open or shorted.Call a tech
F5110-series RangeDoor latch motor or latch switch fault.Call a tech
Lid110 Top-Load WasherLid switch open — lid not closed or switch failed.DIY-checkable
Ld110 WasherLong drain — drain pump, hose kink, or filter clog.DIY-checkable
F8E1Front-Load Washer (110 / 417)Long fill — water inlet valve or low pressure.DIY-checkable
F0E0Front-Load Washer (110 / 417)Door lock failure.Call a tech
rF / Er CF795-series Fridge (LG)Linear compressor inverter board fault — covered under 10-yr LG warranty.Call a tech
Er IF795-series FridgeIce maker fan fault.Call a tech
Er FF795-series FridgeFreezer fan fault — fan seized or harness open.Call a tech
20E / 21E401/596-series Washer (Samsung)Drain blockage — pump filter or hose.DIY-checkable
E15587-series Dishwasher (Bosch)Leak tray flood-switch tripped — water under unit.Call a tech
E24587-series Dishwasher (Bosch)Drain blockage — pump or hose.DIY-checkable
PFAny KenmorePower failure during cycle — press Start to resume.DIY

How to identify your Kenmore model

The model-number sticker tells us the platform, the year, and which OEM parts your appliance takes. Snap a photo when you book — it saves a diagnostic visit on common jobs. Typical model-number prefixes by appliance:

  • Whirlpool-built

    110.xxxxx (washers, dryers, fridges), 665.xxxxx (dishwashers), 198.xxxxx (older fridges)

  • LG-built (Kenmore Elite)

    795.xxxxx (refrigerators), 796.xxxxx (laundry), 790.xxxxx (ranges)

  • Frigidaire / Electrolux-built

    253.xxxxx, 596.xxxxx (refrigerators), 417.xxxxx (laundry)

  • Samsung-built

    401.xxxxx (refrigerators), 592.xxxxx (laundry)

  • GE-built

    363.xxxxx (refrigerators, ranges)

  • Bosch-built (Kenmore Elite)

    587.xxxxx (dishwashers)

Pricing & warranty

Flat trip fee — $149 standard, $189 built-in & pro-style — fully waived when you approve the repair. You get a written repair quote before any parts are installed. Every completed Kenmorerepair carries a 1-year parts-and-labor warranty in writing; same failure inside the year, we come back free of charge.

Sealed-system refrigeration work is EPA Section 608 certified. Gas appliance repairs include an electronic gas-leak safety check at no extra charge.

Kenmore repair questions, answered

Do you repair Kenmore appliances near me in the Twin Cities?+

Yes — Kenmore is one of our most-serviced brands because it covers so many underlying OEMs. Same-day windows across Minneapolis, St. Paul, Bloomington, Maple Grove, Woodbury, Eden Prairie, Plymouth, Roseville, Hudson WI, and Central MN.

Who actually makes Kenmore appliances?+

Sears never manufactured appliances — they contract with major OEMs. The first three digits of any Kenmore model number identify the manufacturer: 110 = Whirlpool. 795 = LG. 253 = Frigidaire / Electrolux. 401 = Samsung. 363 = GE. 587 = Bosch. 665 = Whirlpool dishwashers. We decode the source code on every call so we bring the right OEM parts.

Where is the model number on my Kenmore?+

Refrigerator: inside the fresh-food compartment on the upper-left or upper-right wall. Washer / dryer: inside the door rim, on the back panel, or under the lid. Range: behind the storage drawer or under the cooktop. Dishwasher: inside the door, on the top rim. Snap a photo when you book — it saves a diagnostic visit on common jobs.

My Kenmore Elite 795 fridge stopped cooling — is it the linear compressor?+

Probably yes. 795-series Kenmore Elite fridges are LG-built and use the LG linear compressor. The 2014–2018 linear compressor cohort failed at an unusually high rate and is covered by LG's 10-year sealed-system warranty (parts only). We file the warranty claim, source the OEM compressor, and handle the labor. See our /lg-linear-compressor-replacement page for full detail.

What is the Kenmore trip fee?+

$149 standard for laundry, ranges, dishwashers. $149 for refrigerators. The diagnostic fee is fully waived when you approve the repair. Written quote before any parts are installed.

Can you get Kenmore parts?+

Yes — because every Kenmore is built by a major OEM, we source parts from the underlying manufacturer's authorized distribution. Whirlpool 110 parts and Frigidaire 253 parts are typically on the truck. LG 795, Samsung 401, GE 363, and Bosch 587 parts are usually overnight from the local distributor.

Is my 15-year-old Kenmore washer worth fixing?+

If it's a 110-series Whirlpool top-loader, almost always yes — the platform is bulletproof and the most common failures (lid switch, shift actuator, drive coupling, drain pump) are sub-$100 parts. We'll quote both repair and replacement honestly.

My Kenmore 110 top-load washer fills but won't agitate.+

On the direct-drive Whirlpool platform this is almost always the lid switch (safety switch that prevents agitation with the lid up) or the shift actuator (the small motor that engages the transmission). Both parts ride on every truck. Diagnostic takes 10 minutes; the fix runs 45–75.

Do you repair Kenmore Elite Bosch-built (587) dishwashers?+

Yes — Kenmore Elite 587 dishwashers are genuine Bosch chassis (usually 300 or 500-series equivalent). We diagnose E15 leak-tray events, E24 drain blockages, door spring cables, drain pumps, and water inlet valves the same way we service a standalone Bosch — because they're identical machines.

Is my Kenmore Elite 401 fridge ice maker freezing over?+

Yes — 401-series Kenmore Elite fridges are Samsung-built and have the same DA97 ice maker freezing-over pattern as standalone Samsung French-door fridges. The fix is the redesigned Samsung ice maker assembly plus the icebox seal kit. We carry both.

What is your warranty on Kenmore repairs?+

Every completed Kenmore repair carries a 1-year parts-and-labor warranty in writing. Same failure inside the year, we come back free of charge — no trip fee, no diagnostic fee.

Sears is closed — can I still get my Kenmore repaired?+

Yes — Sears closing has no impact on parts availability or service. Because Kenmore is built by major OEMs (Whirlpool, LG, Samsung, Frigidaire, GE, Bosch), the underlying parts distribution is alive and well. We service Kenmore daily and parts availability is essentially unchanged.

Recent Kenmore repairs

★★★★★
"Kenmore Elite 795 fridge died. Diagnosed linear compressor failure, filed the LG warranty claim for me, replaced the compressor, paid for labor only. Saved over a thousand dollars."
Ed P. · Bloomington, MN · 2026-05-22
★★★★★
"Old Kenmore 110 top-loader from 2008. Shift actuator. They had the part on the truck, fixed in 45 minutes, told me honestly the washer probably has another decade in it."
Mary L. · Maple Grove, MN · 2026-04-30
★★★★★
"Kenmore 401 fridge ice maker frozen solid. Found the Samsung pattern, replaced the redesigned ice maker, sealed the icebox. Cold and making ice."
Joel R. · Saint Paul, MN · 2026-03-20
★★★★★
"Kenmore 665 dishwasher wouldn't drain. Pulled debris out of the pump, tested two cycles, no charge for parts. Great communication."
Rita S. · Hastings, MN · 2026-02-11

Twin Cities coverage

Kenmore Repair by Twin Cities City

Where we run Kenmore appliance repair across the Twin Cities metro and how fast we get there — click any city for the local landing page.

Kenmore appliance repair coverage by Twin Cities city
CityWhere we runResponse
Kenmore repair MinneapolisKenwood, Linden Hills, Lowry HillSame-day before 2pm
Kenmore repair Saint PaulCrocus Hill, Summit Hill, Mac-GrovelandSame-day before 2pm
Kenmore repair EdinaCountry Club, Indian Hills, Rolling GreenSame-day before 2pm
Kenmore repair WayzataFerndale, Holdridge, lakefrontSame-day standard
Kenmore repair MinnetonkaGreenwood, Deephaven-adjacentSame-day before 2pm
Kenmore repair Eden PrairieBearpath, Settlers RidgeSame-day before 2pm
Kenmore repair PlymouthWayzata-adjacent custom buildsSame-day before 2pm
Kenmore repair Maple GroveRush Creek, Eagle LakeSame-day / next-day
Kenmore repair BloomingtonWest Bloomington custom kitchensSame-day before 2pm
Kenmore repair WoodburyStonemill Farms, WedgewoodSame-day / next-day
Kenmore repair EaganHidden Valley, Pilot KnobSame-day / next-day
Kenmore repair BurnsvilleBuck Hill, Crystal LakeSame-day / next-day
Kenmore repair RosevilleLake McCarrons, OwassoSame-day before 2pm
Kenmore repair Brooklyn ParkEdinburgh USA corridorSame-day / next-day
Kenmore repair BlaineTPC Twin Cities corridorSame-day / next-day
Kenmore repair MaplewoodCarver Lake corridorSame-day / next-day
Kenmore repair Golden ValleyTyrol Hills, Sweeney LakeSame-day before 2pm
Kenmore repair HopkinsDowntown Hopkins, InterlachenSame-day before 2pm
Kenmore repair Cottage GroveMississippi Dunes corridorSame-day / next-day
Kenmore repair HastingsMississippi-bluff custom buildsNext-day standard
Kenmore repair Red WingBluff-front custom buildsNext-day standard

Same-day windows when you call before 2pm on a weekday. OEM Kenmore parts on the truck, 1-year written warranty.