Kenmore Appliance Repair in Berkeley and the East Bay
Kenmore is a private label brand sold through Sears and now available through other retailers. Kenmore appliances are manufactured by multiple different OEM companies including Whirlpool, LG, Samsung, Frigidaire, and others depending on the product category and model number. Knowing which OEM made your specific Kenmore unit is essential for correct parts sourcing. Our technicians identify the OEM by the model number and know which parts family applies to your specific appliance.
Who Made Your Kenmore Appliance?
This is the most important thing to know about Kenmore repair. The model number prefix tells us which manufacturer made the unit:
- 110 prefix: Whirlpool-made washer or dryer
- 363 prefix: General Electric-made refrigerator or dishwasher
- 417 prefix: Frigidaire-made washer or dryer
- 795 prefix: LG-made refrigerator
- 665 prefix: Whirlpool-made dishwasher
- 253 prefix: Frigidaire-made refrigerator or freezer
When you call, having the model number from inside the door or on the back of the machine lets us immediately identify the OEM, confirm parts availability, and bring the correct components on the first visit.
Kenmore Appliances We Repair in Berkeley
Washers
Kenmore top-load and front-load washers made by Whirlpool or Frigidaire. Motor coupler, drain pump, lid switch, and bearing repairs depending on OEM.
Dryers
Kenmore gas and electric dryers made by Whirlpool or Frigidaire. Heating element, thermal fuse, drum belt, and roller repairs.
Refrigerators
Kenmore refrigerators made by Whirlpool, GE, LG, or Frigidaire. Ice maker, evaporator fan, compressor, and defrost system repairs.
Dishwashers
Kenmore dishwashers made by Whirlpool. Drain pump, door latch, heating element, and control board repairs.
Ranges
Kenmore gas and electric ranges. Bake and broil elements, igniters, and temperature sensors.
Elite series
Kenmore Elite appliances, which are the premium Kenmore tier. These are often made by LG or Whirlpool and include French door refrigerators, front-load washer-dryer sets, and slide-in ranges.
Tell us your model number and we will identify the OEM and bring the right parts.
What Berkeley Kenmore Repair Customers Say
"Our Kenmore Elite refrigerator stopped cooling. Fast Help identified it as an LG-made unit by the model number, diagnosed a Linear Compressor start relay fault, and had the right part on the truck. Repaired same day. Excellent."
"Kenmore washer not draining. They came same day, identified the Whirlpool-made pump motor by the model number prefix, replaced it, and tested a full cycle. Exactly what I needed."
Kenmore Repair Service Areas
Kenmore Appliance Repair FAQs
- Yes. We repair all Kenmore appliances including Kenmore, Kenmore Elite, and Kenmore Pro models in Berkeley and the East Bay. Because Kenmore is a private label brand made by multiple OEMs, we identify the manufacturer by your model number prefix and source parts accordingly. Call (510) 947-6664.
- The model number is the key. The first three digits of most Kenmore model numbers indicate the OEM manufacturer. 110 means Whirlpool, 363 means GE, 417 or 253 means Frigidaire, 795 means LG. Tell us your full model number when you call and we will identify the manufacturer immediately.
- Kenmore Elite refrigerators are premium appliances, often made by LG with higher-end features. They are worth repairing in most cases where the fault is a single component. For Kenmore Elite models made by LG with Linear Compressor issues, we assess the specific situation and give you an honest recommendation.