Kenmore repair in Calabasas
Plenty of Calabasas homes still rely on Kenmore appliances, from the second refrigerator in the garage to the washer and dryer handling a busy family's laundry. When one stops doing its job, West Appliance Service sends a technician who knows how these machines are put together and which parts tend to wear out first. We repair Kenmore refrigerators, washers, dryers, ranges and dishwashers throughout 91302 and nearby Malibu.
- Google rating
- 4.8★ · 192 reviews
- Service call
- $95, credited to repair
- Warranty
- 90 days to 1 year
- Open
- 24/7, same-day visits
Inland heat, hard water and busy households
Calabasas sits back from the marine layer, so summer afternoons run hotter and drier than along the coast, and Santa Ana winds push dust and smoke into garages and laundry rooms. That hits Kenmore refrigerators parked in a garage especially hard, since the compressor and condenser fan run much longer in July heat. Many homes here are roomy and full, so washers and dishwashers cycle often. Fairly hard water, common across the region, leaves scale in spray arms and inlet valves. Kenmore models have been built by several different manufacturers over the years, so we confirm the exact model number before ordering any part.
What usually goes wrong, and why
A Kenmore refrigerator that stops cooling most often has dusty condenser coils, a failed evaporator fan or a defrost fault that has frosted over the coils. Leaking washers usually trace back to a torn door boot on front loaders, a worn drain pump or a cracked fill hose. Dryers that tumble without heat often have a blown thermal fuse caused by a clogged vent, or a burned-out element or weak gas igniter. Poor dishwasher results tend to come from a packed filter or scaled spray arms. Ovens that won't heat typically need a new bake element or igniter. A $95 diagnostic visit pins down which part is actually at fault.
Simple habits between visits
Vacuum the refrigerator's condenser coils at least twice a year, and more often if it lives in a warm, dusty garage. Replace the water filter on schedule so the ice maker and dispenser keep flowing. Clean the dryer lint screen after every load and check the vent run once a year, ideally after windy season. On a front-load washer, wipe the door gasket and leave the door cracked open to dry. Rinse the dishwasher filter monthly and run the kitchen tap until it's hot before starting a cycle. Every so often, look over washer hoses for bulges or cracks and replace them before they fail.
From our service calls
Kenmore appliances we service
- refrigerators
- washers and dryers
- ranges
- dishwashers
Common Kenmore problems we fix
- refrigerator not cooling
- washer leaking
- dryer not heating
- dishwasher not cleaning
- oven not heating
Questions about Kenmore repair in Calabasas
- How much does a Kenmore service call cost in Calabasas?
- The service call and diagnosis is $95, credited toward the repair if you go ahead. You get a quote before any work starts.
- Do you offer same-day Kenmore repair in Calabasas?
- We're open 24/7 and offer same-day visits in Calabasas whenever the schedule allows.
- What warranty comes with a Kenmore repair?
- 90 days on standard repairs, 1 year on major work such as compressor or sealed system repair, and 18 months for HomeCare members.
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Rated 4.8 on Google from 192 reviews
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Our freezer stopped working recently. When I called West Appliance Service they came to my home to assess the problem within 1 hour of calling. They were able to come back the next day to complete the repairs once they knew what parts they needed. The service was quick, smooth, and well done. We had a great experience working with Ivan and highly recommend anyone to use their services. We will definitely be a repeat customer if our appliances need repair.
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West Appliance Service were awesome! They came out super fast and fixed my Wolf oven when it suddenly stopped heating. Great guys, quick work, no hassle. Definitely recommend!