What's Included
- Drive motor and motor control module service
- Drain pump diagnosis and replacement
- Water inlet valve and pressure sensor replacement
- Lid switch and door lock assembly service
- Main control board diagnosis and replacement
- Drum bearing and suspension inspection
KitchenAid exited the standalone washer market after 2012, but legacy KAWS, KAWE, and KHWV units remain in service in many households. Our technicians continue to support these models with genuine parts sourcing and specialized knowledge of the Whirlpool-shared platform that powered KitchenAid washers.
Common KitchenAid Washer Problems
- Cycle will not start or stops mid-wash with F5 lid switch fault
- Drum will not spin or agitate (F7 motor drive fault)
- Water will not drain leaving standing water (F9 drain fault)
- Slow or no fill during wash cycle (LF long fill fault)
- Excessive suds triggering Sud alerts and extending cycles
- Control panel unresponsive with F1 general fault
Error Codes We Diagnose
We diagnose all legacy KitchenAid washer fault codes: F1 (Control Board), F2 (Stuck Key), F5 (Lid Switch/Door Lock), F7 (Motor Drive), F8 (Pressure Sensor), F9 (Drain Pump), LF (Long Fill), and Sud (Too Many Suds).
Models We Service
Our service covers legacy KitchenAid washer lineups: KAWS and KAWE top-load models, KHWV front-load models, and KitchenAid-branded high-efficiency variants produced before the line was discontinued. Parts availability is limited to specialty suppliers for some components — we source what is available and offer honest repair-vs-replace guidance when parts costs approach replacement value.
Parts Sourcing for Discontinued Models
KitchenAid washer parts come from Whirlpool cross-reference when possible and from specialty legacy-parts suppliers otherwise. Some components — particularly control boards and specific motor assemblies — are increasingly difficult to source. We maintain relationships with multiple parts distributors and always verify availability before quoting repair.
Our Repair Process
- Inspect: Document fault codes, check water supply and drain
- Test: Run diagnostic mode, test pump and motor individually
- Diagnose: Identify component fault
- Estimate: Verify parts availability and provide written cost
- Repair: Replace component, run test cycle, confirm resolution
Transparent Pricing
KitchenAid washer repairs start from $165 for lid switch replacement. Drain pump replacement starts from $225. Motor control board replacement starts from $295. For older units where parts cost approaches replacement value, we provide honest repair-vs-replace guidance. The final cost will be confirmed after on-site diagnosis.