Kenmore repair in Santa Monica
Kenmore appliances have been in Santa Monica kitchens and laundry closets for decades, and many are still running long after the receipt disappeared. When yours stops cooling, heating, draining or cleaning, West Appliance Service sends a technician who knows how these machines are built and what tends to wear out first. We work on Kenmore refrigerators, washers, dryers, ranges and dishwashers across 90401 and the nearby Westside.
- Google rating
- 4.8★ · 192 reviews
- Service call
- $95, credited to repair
- Warranty
- 90 days to 1 year
- Open
- 24/7, same-day visits
Coastal air and compact spaces
Kenmore was never a single factory. Sears sourced its appliances from several manufacturers, so two Kenmore fridges in the same building can have different parts inside. The digits before the period in the model number tell us who built it, which shapes how we diagnose it. Near the ocean, damp salt air works on condenser coils, door hinges and the housings of dryer and range components, and the marine layer keeps garages and laundry rooms humid. Many Santa Monica homes are older apartments, condos and bungalows with tight kitchens and stacked or closet laundry, which limits airflow around refrigerators and dryers and makes them run hotter and harder.
What usually goes wrong
A Kenmore refrigerator that isn't cooling most often has dusty condenser coils, a failed evaporator fan or a defrost problem that has iced over the panel; less often it's the compressor or sealed system. Washer leaks usually trace to a worn door boot on front-loaders, a cracked drain hose or a tired pump. Dryers that tumble without heat tend to have a blown thermal fuse, a burned-out element or a bad gas igniter, and the root cause is often a clogged vent. Dishwashers that leave film behind usually have a dirty filter or blocked spray arms, while an oven that won't heat typically needs a bake element or igniter.
Simple habits between visits
Vacuum the refrigerator's condenser coils every few months; salt and lint stick together near the coast and cut cooling fast. Wipe the door gaskets and check that they seal evenly. Clean the dryer lint screen every load and have the full vent run cleared once a year, especially if it snakes through a wall or shared shaft. On front-load washers, wipe the door boot dry and leave the door cracked open so coastal humidity doesn't breed mildew. Rinse the dishwasher filter monthly. Keep your Kenmore model number handy; it speeds up parts ordering on any visit.
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 Santa Monica
- How much does a Kenmore service call cost in Santa Monica?
- 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 Santa Monica?
- We're open 24/7 and offer same-day visits in Santa Monica 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!