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. Below are the companies within reach of Kenmore, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Kenmore
Within 30 miles of Kenmore there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Kenmore, and the rest are spread across Kirkland (11), Bothell (7), and Seattle (5). The 33 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars. The closest is Northfield Appliance Repair Systems, about 0.5 miles away.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 1.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
First up for Kenmore: Mr. Fridge | Commercial Refrigeration Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.8 stars from 558 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 98 Refrigeration Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 764 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (3.2 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GR Solution Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Blinking light or error code
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
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: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Kenmore, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Kenmore Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Kenmore come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Kenmore
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Kenmore, WA
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Why is my ice cloudy?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
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Ice Machine Repair Near Kenmore
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.