A Kenmore ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. The Surprise 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.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Surprise
Within 30 miles of Surprise there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 list an address in Surprise, and other nearby bases include Peoria (9), Glendale (8), and El Mirage (4). Distances run up to about 17 miles. No company within 30 miles of Surprise names Kenmore in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Service Tek of Arizona, about 1.5 miles away. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Surprise. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.7, 2.2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Surprise are Glendale Kenmore Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Glendale, 3.6 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Surprise and Goodyear (11.3 miles away, based in Sun City, 4.8 stars from 832 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Works (11.3 miles away, based in Sun City, 5.0 stars from 376 reviews); 5 Star Appliance Repair LLC (14.9 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.8 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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 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
Signs Your Kenmore Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Surprise and freezer repair in Surprise.
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
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
What Surprise Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Surprise 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.
Questions to Ask a Surprise Repair Technician
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Surprise, AZ
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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Nearby Towns Served From Surprise
Live outside Surprise? The same Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair technicians serve Wickenburg. See each town's own freezer repair listings below.
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Surprise technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.