Kenmore 26-29162 Washer Repair in San Francisco

The 26-29162 is listed as a white, 4.4 cubic foot top-load washer with an agitator, part of the current Kenmore lineup. We do not describe other features unless we see them on the machine.

What goes wrong with a top-load agitator washer

Typical complaints are water left in the tub, a tub that fills but does not agitate, a lid that seems closed but will not let the cycle start, and a thump from the cabinet on spin. Each can come from a different part: the pump, the drive, the lid switch or a load that sits unevenly.

Laundry rooms in San Francisco

Many washers here sit in closets, garages or the shared laundry of a multi-unit building. Standpipes can be narrow, hoses pinch behind the washer when it is pushed back, and the floor may flex. We check hose routing and standpipe height before blaming the pump.

Owner checks

• Open the lid, then close it firmly.
• Confirm both supply taps are open and hoses are not kinked.
• Redistribute a heavy bundled load.
• Check the outlet and breaker.

If the tub holds water, do not reach into it while the washer is plugged in, and leave the cabinet closed.

Next

Read the guide to a washer that is not draining, our Kenmore washer repair page and the Kenmore washers overview.

Why the full model number matters

Pumps, lid switches, hoses and drive parts are matched to the exact washer, so we need 26-29162 read from the label before ordering anything. Photograph the label and the serial line together. If the washer is in a shared laundry room, tell us the building access details when you book.

How the visit runs

We hear what the washer did, run it ourselves where it is safe, and test the suspected parts. You get a plain explanation and a written estimate. We repair only after you approve it, and we leave the laundry area as we found it. Landlords and property managers can book on behalf of a tenant; we only need the model number and access arrangements.

Water and floors

A washer that overflows into a downstairs neighbor’s ceiling is a far bigger problem than a stuck cycle. If you see water around the base, close both taps and switch the washer off at the outlet. The same applies if the drain hose has slipped from the standpipe.

Frequently asked questions