Kenmore owners in Bell Gardens usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Bell Gardens 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.
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.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Bell Gardens
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Bell Gardens. 2 of them are based in Bell Gardens itself, and the rest are spread across Downey (11), Los Angeles (7), and South Gate (6). No company within 90 miles of Bell Gardens mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Harper Appliance Repairs LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Bell Gardens. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 31 businesses.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.5, 1.2 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| Name ice maker work | 1 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 49 |
First up for Bell Gardens: Serrano's appliance (2.4 miles away, based in South Gate, 4.3 stars from 11 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aspeco Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Bellflower, 4.9 stars from 71 reviews); US Appliance (3.9 miles away, based in Lynwood, 4.9 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Downey, 4.4 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), freestanding ice maker, and in-door ice dispenser, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include bottom-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, and upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
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
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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice tastes or smells off
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Bell Gardens and freezer repair in Bell Gardens.
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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
Around Bell Gardens
Most ice maker calls in Bell Gardens 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).
Hiring a Repair Company in Bell Gardens
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Bell Gardens, CA
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Bell Gardens, CA
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Bell Gardens
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Bell Gardens technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.