If your Kenmore ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. The Gilbert list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
Kenmore refrigerators and freezers were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears appliance repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite models; they are not Sears.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Gilbert AZ
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Gilbert. 16 of them are based in Gilbert itself, and the rest are spread across Chandler (12), Mesa (10), and Queen Creek (2). Distances run up to about 8 miles. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Kenmore by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. TrustCore Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Gilbert. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gilbert. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 2.3, 2.5 |
At the top of the Gilbert list: Glendale Kenmore Repair (29.4 miles away, based in Glendale, 3.6 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Mesa, 4.6 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Super Techs (7.3 miles away, based in Queen Creek, 5.0 stars from 391 reviews); Rhino Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-door ice dispenser, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and freestanding ice maker.
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
Kenmore says refrigerators with an in-door ice dispenser or a direct water line are more likely to need professional installation than simple models without them. Source: Kenmore - Refrigerators and Freezers FAQ
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
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- An error code or temperature alarm
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Gilbert
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Gilbert and freezer repair in Gilbert.
Care Kenmore Recommends
- 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?
Kenmore Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Gilbert
Most ice maker calls in Gilbert 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.
Arizona has no appliance-repair-specific license; work is regulated through Registrar of Contractors classifications, and state law removes the small-job (under $1,000) handyman exemption for any work connecting or repairing appliances on natural gas or propane. Source: A.R.S. 32-1121 - Persons not required to be licensed
In Arizona, you can check a license with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors Contractor Search or report a problem to the Arizona Attorney General Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Gilbert
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Gilbert, AZ
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Gilbert
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Gilbert
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Gilbert technician bring the right parts.