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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Cherryland work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Cherryland
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Cherryland. Other nearby bases include Hayward (22), San Leandro (11), and Castro Valley (5). Distances run up to about 5 miles. None of the repair companies near Cherryland name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Nearest on the list: Jebs Appliances, around 0.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 30 businesses.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.9, 1.0 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
At the top of the Cherryland list: Local Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in Castro Valley, 4.8 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Royal Dacor Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, based in San Leandro, 4.1 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, based in Hayward, 4.6 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Top One Equipment Care (5.1 miles away, based in Castro Valley, 5.0 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Kenmore explains that in a cold room the thermostat in a standard refrigerator can sense the cabinet as cold enough, so the compressor stays off and food in the freezer can thaw. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
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
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Cherryland Freezer Call
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Cherryland and freezer repair in Cherryland.
Owner Care for Kenmore Ice Makers
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- 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
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Cherryland, CA
Most ice maker calls in Cherryland 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).
Questions to Ask a Cherryland Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Cherryland, CA
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
Which Cherryland technicians work on Kenmore?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Cherryland
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Cherryland
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.