A standalone ice machine is a small refrigeration system of its own, with its own water valve, freezing plate or grid, harvest cycle and drain. The Kenmore list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Kenmore
29 repair companies serve Kenmore from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Buffalo (8), Williamsville (3), and Niagara Falls (3). Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Boriso is the nearest, roughly 2.7 miles from Kenmore.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 29 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.7, 2.7, 2.9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
First up for Kenmore: Orville's Home Appliances (3.1 miles away, based in Eggertsville, 4.7 stars from 2,722 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Amherst, 4.4 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Solution (5.5 miles away, based in North Tonawanda, 4.8 stars from 147 reviews); Orville's Home Appliances (10.7 miles away, based in Depew, 4.3 stars from 336 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Kenmore
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Ice tastes or smells off
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Kenmore
Refrigerator ice makers fail for different reasons than standalone machines. If yours is in the refrigerator door or freezer, the ice maker repair page for Kenmore is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Kenmore.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
Use copper or PEX tubing for the ice maker connection; polyethylene tubing and piercing-type or small saddle valves are not recommended because they restrict flow and clog more easily. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Kenmore, NY
Most ice machine calls in Kenmore come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Before You Book in Kenmore
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Kenmore, NY
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Do you cover Kenmore and nearby towns?
Why is my ice cloudy?
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Write down the brand, model and serial number from the label behind the front grille or inside the door, and note any blinking light or code. It saves a Kenmore technician a trip for parts.