Upstairs laundry
Townhouses often put the laundry closet upstairs. A drain pan under the washer and a quick-close shut-off valve limit damage if a hose fails.
Kendale Lakes, Florida
Appliance repair in Kendale Lakes
Kendale Lakes is a large, mostly owner-occupied community west of Florida's Turnpike, with houses and many townhouses. We connect its residents with independent contractors for refrigerator, washer, dryer and dishwasher repair.
About the area
Where Kendale Lakes is
Kendale Lakes is a Census-designated place about 15 miles west-southwest of downtown Miami. Tamiami lies to the north, Westwood Lakes to the northeast and Kendall to the southeast. The Crossings is to the south, The Hammocks to the southwest and Kendall West to the west. The Homestead Extension of Florida's Turnpike forms its eastern edge, with access at Exits 20 and 23.
Kendale Lakes Elementary School sits in Kendale Lakes Park, and Good Shepherd School is also in the community. The former Kendale Lakes Country Club, originally an amenity for local homeowners, was later bought by the Miccosukee Tribe. About two-thirds of the community is in ZIP code 33183 and most of the rest in 33175. Both are on our coverage list.
Local homes
Homes in Kendale Lakes and what they mean for appliance repair
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020–2024 estimates) counts about 19,900 homes in Kendale Lakes, with roughly 52,600 residents. About 43% are single-family detached houses, 24% are attached homes such as townhouses, and 32% are in buildings with two or more units, including 12% in large buildings of 50 or more units.
The median home here was built in 1980. Homes from the 1980s and early 1990s are old enough that original water supply lines, dryer vent ducts and outlets may be due for a look, even when the appliance itself is newer.
About 71% of occupied homes are owner-occupied, so most residents arrange appliance repairs themselves. If you rent, check your lease first, since your landlord or property manager may handle repairs.
Community rules
If your community has an association, check its rules on contractor parking and access before the visit.
Local guide
Townhouses, laundry closets and leaks
Census estimates show that about a quarter of Kendale Lakes homes are townhouses or other attached homes, a higher share than in most communities on this site. In many townhouses, the washer and dryer sit in a closet on the second floor. That's convenient on laundry day, but a failed fill hose or a clogged drain upstairs can damage the ceiling below.
A few simple precautions help. Put a drain pan under the washer and check the fill hoses for bulges or cracks. Make sure you can reach the shut-off valves, and replace rubber hoses that have aged. If the dryer vent runs a long way through interior walls, slow drying is often an airflow problem rather than a heating failure.
About 7 in 10 homes are owner-occupied, so most residents arrange their own repairs. If your community has an association, check its rules on contractor parking and access before the visit.
Appliances
Refrigerator, washer, dryer and dishwasher repair in Kendale Lakes
These are the four appliances we connect homeowners for. Each guide explains common problems, safe checks and when to call.
Refrigerator repair in Kendale Lakes
Not cooling, leaking, ice maker problems or new noises. In compact kitchens, leave a little clearance around the unit so warm air can escape.
Refrigerator repair guideWasher repair in Kendale Lakes
Won't drain or spin, leaking, shaking or not starting. Upstairs laundry closets make a drain pan and an easy-to-reach shut-off valve especially important.
Washer repair guideDryer repair in Kendale Lakes
No heat, long drying times, loud noises or not starting. Vent ducts that run through interior walls can be long, so slow drying is often an airflow problem.
Dryer repair guideDishwasher repair in Kendale Lakes
Not draining, not cleaning, leaking or showing an error code. Leaks under the cabinet can go unnoticed; check the floor after a cycle if anything seems off.
Dishwasher repair guideCoverage
Kendale Lakes ZIP codes we cover
These ZIP codes overlap Kendale Lakes in Census Bureau ZIP code area data and are on our current coverage list. A very small edge of the community also falls in 33186, which is on the list too.
- 33183
- 33175
How it works in Kendale Lakes
- Call (786) 905-0804 and tell us which appliance is acting up, what you're noticing and your ZIP code.
- Your call is connected with an independent appliance repair contractor who serves your area.
- You discuss the diagnosis, pricing and timing directly with the contractor and decide whether to go ahead.
- Before work begins, confirm the contractor's license and insurance for the job.
Have this ready when you call
- Your ZIP code and any gate, building or parking instructions.
- The appliance type, brand and model number.
- What it's doing, any error code, and when it started.
- Where it is: kitchen, laundry closet, garage or utility room.
Questions
Kendale Lakes appliance repair questions
My upstairs washer leaked through the ceiling. What now?
Stop the washer and turn off both water valves. Unplug it if it's safe to do so, and dry what you can. Take photos for your records. Then call to be connected with a contractor to find the source, which is often a fill hose, the drain connection or a door seal on a front-loader.
Which ZIP codes cover Kendale Lakes?
Census ZIP code area data places about two-thirds of Kendale Lakes in 33183 and most of the rest in 33175, with a very small edge in 33186. All three are on our coverage list.
Is Kendale Lakes the same as Kendall?
No. Kendale Lakes is its own Census-designated place, west of Florida's Turnpike. Kendall lies to the southeast. Many people call both areas “Kendall,” so we have a separate page for each.
Which Kendale Lakes ZIP codes are covered?
Our current coverage list includes 33183 and 33175, which overlap Kendale Lakes according to Census Bureau ZIP code area data. A very small edge of the community also falls in 33186, which is on the list too. Coverage can change, so enter your ZIP code in the checker on this page each time you need help.
Sources and further reading
- Kendale Lakes: American Community Survey profileU.S. Census Bureau. Population and housing estimates (2020–2024 ACS 5-year), including home types, year built and owner-occupancy.
- 2020 Census relationship files (ZIP Code Tabulation Areas to places)U.S. Census Bureau. How each ZIP code area overlaps each city and Census-designated place; used to match ZIP codes to communities.
- Are You Storing Food Safely?U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Refrigerator at 40°F or below, freezer at 0°F; appliance thermometers.
- Appliance and Electrical Fire SafetyU.S. Fire Administration. Failure to clean is the leading factor in home clothes dryer fires.
- Hurricanes: plans, kits and checklistsMiami-Dade County. Local hurricane preparation and evacuation information.
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