Kenmore owners in Hot Springs usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Hot Springs list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore refrigerator or freezer at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Hot Springs work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Hot Springs
40 repair companies serve Hot Springs from within 60 miles. 4 list an address in Hot Springs, and other nearby bases include Little Rock (19), North Little Rock (9), and Maumelle (3). Distances run up to about 49 miles. No company within 90 miles of Hot Springs mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Appliance Service Co Inc, around 0.7 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 17 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Hot Springs is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.8, 1.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
The leading options for Hot Springs are Chuck's Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.2 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Benton, 4.4 stars from 299 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Patriot Appliance Services (9.1 miles away, based in Royal, 4.6 stars from 73 reviews); A-Tech Appliance Service (47.5 miles away, based in Little Rock, 4.6 stars from 187 reviews).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), in-door ice dispenser, and freestanding ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and French door refrigerator.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Kenmore's garage-ready refrigerators use an inverter compressor that it says holds temperatures steadier, runs quieter and wears less than a conventional compressor. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
Kenmore Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Hot Springs and freezer repair in Hot Springs.
Care Kenmore Recommends
- 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?
- 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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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 to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around Hot Springs
Most ice maker calls in Hot Springs 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.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. § 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Hot Springs
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hot Springs, AR
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Hot Springs
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Hot Springs
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.