Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Atascadero involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Atascadero list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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 Atascadero work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Atascadero CA
We found 19 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Atascadero. 2 of them are based in Atascadero itself, and the rest are spread across Santa Maria (6), San Luis Obispo (4), and Lompoc (4). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Nearest on the list: Ethan Appliance Repairs, around 0.9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Atascadero mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Atascadero is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Atascadero. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 10.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
Closest matches for Atascadero: Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.6 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in San Luis Obispo, 4.4 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ruffoni's Home Appliance (25.7 miles away, based in Arroyo Grande, 4.8 stars from 660 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.2 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.5 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-door ice dispenser, freestanding ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models).
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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 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
Common Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Atascadero
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Atascadero and freezer repair in Atascadero.
Owner Care for Kenmore Ice Makers
- 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:
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Atascadero, CA
Most ice maker calls in Atascadero 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Atascadero
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Atascadero, CA
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Do you work for Kenmore?
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Atascadero
The technicians listed for Atascadero also cover smaller towns nearby, including Templeton. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.