Kenmore owners in Colton usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Colton 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.
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 Colton work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Colton
Within 30 miles of Colton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Colton itself, and other nearby bases include San Bernardino (18), Riverside (10), and Redlands (4). No company within 90 miles of Colton mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Master Tech Mechanical is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Colton. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Colton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.7, 2.5 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
The leading options for Colton are Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in San Bernardino, 4.6 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Redlands Refrigerator Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Redlands, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fast Quality Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Riverside, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sims Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Riverside, 4.5 stars from 8 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), in-door ice dispenser, and freestanding ice maker. Freezer styles include French door refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), top-freezer refrigerator, and chest freezer.
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'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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What a Freezer Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Colton and freezer repair in Colton.
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:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
Around Colton
Most ice maker calls in Colton 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 Colton
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Colton, CA
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Do you work for Kenmore?
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Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Colton technician bring the right parts.