Kenmore owners in Bessemer usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Bessemer, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
With a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer, the model number matters more than the badge: Kenmore appliances were built by several manufacturers for Sears, and the model number tells a technician which ice maker and parts apply.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Bessemer AL
Within 30 miles of Bessemer there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 list an address in Bessemer, and the rest are spread across Birmingham (22), Pelham (4), and Hueytown (2). The closest is Home Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. None of the repair companies near Bessemer name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 21 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bessemer. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 2.3 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 52 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
Closest matches for Bessemer: Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (14.9 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sekano Appliance Repair. (2.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mechanic LLC (17.8 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews); Appliance Connection (12.8 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,726 reviews).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
Kenmore explains that in a cold room the thermostat in a standard refrigerator can sense the cabinet as cold enough, so the compressor stays off and food in the freezer can thaw. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
What Kenmore Says to Check First
- Freezer thawing in a cold garage. Kenmore says a standard refrigerator in a room below about 45°F may not run its compressor enough, and recommends a garage-ready model built for a wide temperature range. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice clumping in the bucket
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Bessemer and freezer repair in Bessemer.
Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Kenmore rates its garage-ready models for surrounding temperatures from 45°F to 110°F and notes that standard refrigerators struggle below 45°F. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
- A new Kenmore refrigerator reaches a usable fresh food temperature in about 4 to 6 hours, but the freezer needs 12 to 24 hours to settle at its 0°F target. Source: Kenmore - FAQ: How long does it take for a new fridge to reach its designated temperature?
What Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around Bessemer
Most ice maker calls in Bessemer come down to the same handful of causes: water supply and pressure, a frozen fill tube, the water inlet valve, freezer temperature and the ice maker assembly itself.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Before You Book in Bessemer
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Bessemer, AL
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Do you work for Kenmore?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Bessemer, AL
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Bessemer
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.