Model 79572043.31
Replaced failed compressor with new part and tested. Machine is now operating properly.
“Very professional”
Roger O.
Brand repair
Kenmore Appliance Repair
Kenmore appliances, long sold through Sears, were built by makers like Whirlpool, LG, Frigidaire and Electrolux. Your model number tells us who built yours, so we bring the right parts.
- Technicians who repair Kenmore frequently
- Upfront Appliance Blue Book pricing
- 10-year parts warranty, 60-day labor warranty*
- 169Kenmore repairs in our service records
- 4.9average customer rating (169 surveys)
Kenmore appliances we repair
Kenmore doesn't build appliances, so who built yours?
Kenmore started as a Sears house brand, and for decades every Kenmore appliance was made by some other manufacturer under contract. Whirlpool, LG, Electrolux (Frigidaire), Samsung and GE all built them at one point, along with others. Whirlpool had been the biggest supplier until it ended its partnership with Sears in 2017. Transformco owns the brand now, and newer Kenmore products also sell through Amazon and other retailers.
For a repair, that history matters more than anything else. A Kenmore dryer built by Whirlpool and one built by LG have nothing in common inside except the badge.
The three digits that tell the story
Most Kenmore model numbers start with a three-digit code, usually followed by a period, as in 790.74333310. Sears calls this the source code, and it identifies the company that made the appliance. These are the prefixes we see most:
- 106 and 110 are Whirlpool, with 106 common on refrigerators and 110 on washers and dryers.
- 665 is also Whirlpool, mostly on dishwashers.
- 790 is Frigidaire, mostly ranges and other cooking products.
- 795 and 796 are LG. You'll find 795 on refrigerators and 796 on front-load washers and their matching dryers.
- 253 is listed in reference charts under Gibson, an Electrolux-family name, and most Kenmore top-freezer refrigerators were built by Electrolux.
A few prefixes show up on more than one manufacturer's list. That's why we order parts by the full model number and not just the first three digits.
Tracking down the tag
There's no single spot. A washer's tag may be on the back panel, around the door frame or under the lid. For a dryer, try the back, then behind the control panel and around the door opening. Refrigerators tuck it behind a crisper drawer or put it on a fresh-food side wall, up near the ceiling or down near the floor. On a dishwasher, check the inside edge of the door and the rim of the tub. Ranges put it on the frame behind the storage drawer or on the oven door frame.
Don't go by an old receipt or manual. Read the full model number straight off the tag, because the model and serial number are what tell us who built the appliance and which parts fit it.
Kenmore repair by appliance:
Recent Kenmore repairs
The latest on each type of Kenmore appliance, from 169 Kenmore repairsModel 110.667325
Upon inspection, found unit needed thermostat and heater assembly. Ordered, picked up, and installed heater and thermostat. Verified dryer is now heating properly.
“Collin was on time, professional, very knowledgeable, and fun to visit with. Had a few laughs.”
Debbie L.
Model 417.4112241
Replaced bad drain pump and cleaned out the filter. No leaks now and the unit drains perfectly.
“Wow! Nate went above and beyond to get our washer and dryer working like new!”
Brittany B.
Model 790.7434331
Replaced faulty bake igniter and tested, oven heating properly.
“Collin was excellent. Service with a smile and got the job done quick!”
Collin A.
Model 66513293K114
Customer complaint is door wont latch and unit is loose. Found that cup was preventing rear upper spray arm connection. Removed cup and unit is operating properly. Remounted dishwasher correctly. Job completed.
“Evan was super nice, thorough. He did a great job!”
Deborah F.
Model 721.66463500
Returned, Removed the microwave installed the parts cycled and tested the microwave now works as it should
“He was great and expert at his job With good work ethics and integrity Very experienced I will recommend him In a heart beat”
Fatimah O.
Model 790.32453800
Customer states the unit is not lighting. Removed the built in oven below the cook top. Tested the for power to the cook top found a GFCI breaker in the kitchen had tripped. Reset the breaker and showed the customer what had happened and how to fix the next time.
“He is extremely knowledgeable, kind, compassionate, and very professional and thoughtful. I refer anybody to him in the heartbeat. Thank you.”
Fatimah O.
Model 790.47849407
Replaced bad bake element. Works great now.
“Nate and Ivan were efficient, professional, and friendly.”
Susan N.
Model 253.2843281
Customer complaint is, warning light, not cooling properly. Inspected and tested. Temperature was at 36F. Compressor and fan are running, but no frost on evaporator. The sealed system has failed. Customer is going to replace the freezer.
“Honest and to the point. Thanks for fitting us in on no notice.”
Herbert W.
Model 596.6987299
Customer stated refrigerator had no lights and was not running. Found breaker tripped and reset it. Let unit run for 35 minutes and breaker did not trip again. Checked wiring and forced defrost to test heater for a short, but no issues were found. Advised customer to monitor and call back if issue returns.
Model 110.668625
Observed unit runs but does not heat. Diagnosed failed thermostat and door switch. Customer approved estimate. Installed new thermostat and door switch, verified proper heating, confirmed vent pipe is clean to outside, and unit is working properly.
“Mark did an amazing job, was professional and polite.”
Jonathan P.
Model 110.2022251
Found GFI outlet tripped. Reset outlet and calibrated washer. Tested and verified proper operation.
“Great technician…polite, knowledgeable, neat and respectful.”
Patricia N.
Model 790.9240901
Replaced right rear burner control; range top now working properly.
“Did a great job”
Ellen C.
Model 665-13219K901
Customer states machine overflows and doesnt stop filling even when they turn the power off. Discovered the machine had a bad valve. Picked up part from data distributing and installed part. Complete machine seems to be working properly now.
“Hyrum arrived on time and was able to diagnose and repair our dishwasher quickly. We were very pleased with him and Omega.”
Dan T.
Model 253.118211
Not cooling. Upon inspection saw that the compressor immediately started up and was running, but the condenser lines are broken down pretty bad and theres evidence of leakage. Compressor not cooling it down. Has a sealed system issue.
“Nate was very helpful with not only addressing my freezer issues but also helping think about options as the freezer was unfixable.”
Derric S.
Model 790.8033331
I installed the choke kit and replaced the fuse. The microwave is working great.
“Very friendly and answered all my questions - great person to work with.”
Steve T.
Model 795.79043.312
Customer stated unit had not made ice in years. Tested ice maker and found it operating properly but not filling with water. Traced issue to shutoff valve under kitchen sink being closed. Opened valve, tested, verified water returned and ice maker filled properly, wrapped water fill line in foil tape to prevent freezing, and confirmed no leaks.
“Good service, I will call them again.”
Randy O.
Model 79041072311
Customer reported unit not turning on. Verified 120V supply but no output to user interface. Returned with new control board and replaced. Ran test cycle and verified washer filling, washing, draining, and spinning properly.
“Michael was timely & professional! We enjoyed our experience with Omega & will definitely refer them.”
Braeden And Mckay C.
Model 110.80754
Removed heavy lint buildup and repaired crimped vent. Replaced thermal fuse and cleaned bulkhead. Tightened connections. Dryer operating properly.
“Great customer service! Nate was very prompt, knowledgeable and explained what was needed to complete the job.”
Leslie H.
Model 790:75503
Upon inspection unit had NLA hinges. Customer says they can live with the hinges problem but oven doesnt heat. Found a short on relays inside control board. Did a repair on control board and fixed issue! Unit is working great and heating great done
“Collin is a knowledgeable and skilled technician. He was familiar with our stove and kept me informed of his actions. He suggested a repair that was creative. He is proud of his work and I would recommend him and your company to friends and neighbors.”
Gene R.
Model 665.1684992
The resident turned in his DW and the lower, right corner of the machine arched or and made a loud pop noise. I removed the toe kick and the cover over the power chord and found that the wire nuts have worn away and allowed voltage to come in contact with the cover. There is a ground wire in place, but Ill have to reconnect the DW to power before I know if anything further is damaged. I removed the damaged portion of the powered supply cord and the damaged portion of the power harness to the dishwasher and installed new wire nuts to securely hold the two power sources together, plug the machine back in and tested to see if the motor was damaged and everything works fine it fills it drains and it washes. Its good to go.
“Aaron was awesome! Smart, polite, and fast! Aaron was able to address my dishwasher issue and fix it with lightning speed! 10/10 would hire him again! Give that man a raise!!!”
Griffin H.
Model 79681583410
Dryer support wheels worn and wobbling. Installed new repair kit and tested. Dryer operating properly.
“James was great. Called and asked if he’d be able to come early. I wasn’t available and he didn’t make a fuss and patiently waited till I was able to get there. Fixed it quickly and it’s been working great for the last 3 days.”
Anne H.
Model 79571032010
Customer reported leak from top left door. Found leaking water tubing to reservoir. Replaced tubing. Unit no longer leaking.
Model 79640272900
Cleared clogged drain pump filter causing no drain, instructed customer on cleaning procedure and verified proper operation
“Nice guy efficient quickly diagnosed issue”
Jon G.
What Kenmore owners say
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars by 169 Kenmore repair customers“Collin was on time, professional, very knowledgeable, and fun to visit with. Had a few laughs.”
“Wow! Nate went above and beyond to get our washer and dryer working like new!”
“Michael was timely & professional! We enjoyed our experience with Omega & will definitely refer them.”
“Great technician…polite, knowledgeable, neat and respectful.”
“Great customer service! Nate was very prompt, knowledgeable and explained what was needed to complete the job.”
“James was great. Called and asked if he’d be able to come early. I wasn’t available and he didn’t make a fuss and patiently waited till I was able to get there. Fixed it quickly and it’s been working great for the last 3 days.”
“Excellent service! Knew when he was coming and described the issue and he was fast”
“Collin was excellent. Service with a smile and got the job done quick!”
“Second time Nate has been here and each time was a good experience. I will definitely recommend Omega to anyone who is looking to have an appliance repaired.”
“Collin was incredibly friendly and helpful. Had my dryer repaired quickly. Thanks again!”
“I was very pleased with the service from Nate. He was professional and friendly too. He explained how the cooling system in my refrigerator worked and possible issues. Then he diagnosed and resolved the problem.”
“The service was great. Eric explained it all to me. Was a very professional visit.”
Kenmore repair FAQ
Which Kenmore appliances do you repair most?
Our service records hold 169 Kenmore repairs so far, including 69 dryers, 32 refrigerators, 32 washers and 18 ranges. We repair every Kenmore appliance in the home, across Minnesota, Western Wisconsin and Southwest Florida.
How do Kenmore owners rate our repairs?
After their visit, Kenmore owners rated our service 4.9 out of 5 stars on 169 customer surveys. You can read some of their comments on this page.
Who actually makes Kenmore appliances?
Kenmore has never had factories of its own. Its appliances were built under contract by companies including Whirlpool, LG, Electrolux (Frigidaire), Samsung and GE. The first three digits of the model number, called the source code, show the maker. For example, 110 is Whirlpool, 790 is Frigidaire and 795 is LG. Transformco owns the brand today.
What do the first 3 numbers of a Kenmore model number mean?
That's the source code, and it tells you which manufacturer built the appliance for Kenmore. The digits after it identify the specific model. A number starting 106 or 110 came from Whirlpool, 790 from Frigidaire, and 795 or 796 from LG. Some codes appear on more than one manufacturer's list, so parts always get matched to the full number.
Can I use Whirlpool or LG parts on my Kenmore?
Generally, as long as the part matches your model. Whirlpool-built Kenmores use Whirlpool part numbers, and LG-built Kenmore washers and dryers list LG part numbers. Even a part from the right manufacturer only fits if it's listed for your exact Kenmore model number. Look it up by the full number on the tag, not by brand.
Is Kenmore still sold at Sears?
Kenmore was a Sears brand for about a century. After the Sears Holdings bankruptcy it went to Transformco, which licenses the name, and Kenmore products now also sell through Amazon and other retailers. Older Kenmores already in people's homes get repaired with parts from whichever company originally built them.
How much does Kenmore appliance repair cost?
The trip and diagnostic fee depends on the appliance, starting at $129. Your technician quotes the repair upfront using the Appliance Blue Book, before any work begins.
Is the repair guaranteed?
Repairs you pay us for directly come with a 10-year warranty on parts and a 60-day labor warranty. When a manufacturer, home warranty company or other third party pays for the repair, that company's warranty applies instead.
Kenmore is a trademark of its owner.