Written for Houston homes
Short guides from our technicians' notes: what to check, what to leave alone, and when a Kenmore needs a visit.
Fabric Softener Film on a Kenmore Dryer Lint Screen: The Water Test and What to Do
2 min read→A lint screen that looks clean can be coated with a thin film that blocks air. Here is a simple water test…
Kenmore Dryer Drum Will Not Turn but the Motor Runs: Belt, Pulley or Motor?
2 min read→If you hear a Kenmore dryer running while the drum sits still, a drive part has let go. Here is how to…
Finding Parts for an Older Kenmore Dryer: Start With the Model Number, Not the Drum Size
2 min read→Belts, rollers and thermal fuses for an older Kenmore dryer depend on the model number prefix and the revision. Here is how…
A Kenmore Dryer That Needs Two Cycles: Vent Runs and Lint Fire Risk in Houston Homes
2 min read→When a Kenmore dryer takes two cycles to finish a load, the heat is often trapped by a restricted vent. Here is…
Kenmore Washer Fills but Will Not Spin: What Separates a Lid Switch From a Belt
2 min read→If your Kenmore washer agitates or fills but leaves clothes soaked, the cause depends on the type and the platform. This post…
Musty Smell in a Kenmore Front-Load Washer: Why It Starts in Houston Homes
2 min read→A front-load Kenmore washer that smells sour or musty is holding moisture somewhere. Here is where it collects and how to dry…
Kenmore Washer Will Not Drain: Filter, Hose and Pump Checks in Order
2 min read→A Kenmore washer that leaves water in the tub usually has a blockage or a pump that cannot move it. Here are…
Reading a Kenmore Washer Model Label: What the Digits Before the Dot Tell You
2 min read→The first three digits of a Kenmore washer model number point to the company that built it. Here is where to find…