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 Desert Hot Springs 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 Desert Hot Springs work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Desert Hot Springs CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Desert Hot Springs. 4 of them are based in Desert Hot Springs itself, and other nearby bases include Palm Springs (11), Palm Desert (11), and Cathedral City (5). Wolf Top Choice Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Desert Hot Springs. None of the repair companies near Desert Hot Springs name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 30 businesses.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Name ice maker work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 14 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.3, 3.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 58 |
First up for Desert Hot Springs: Precision Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.2 miles away, based in Palm Desert, 4.4 stars from 523 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.2 miles away, based in Banning, 4.8 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Synergy Appliance Repair (18.3 miles away, based in Palm Desert, 5.0 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells freestanding ice maker, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and in-door ice dispenser. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells top-freezer refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator, and upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost).
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
Signs Your Kenmore Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Desert Hot Springs Freezer Call
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Desert Hot Springs and freezer repair in Desert Hot Springs.
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?
What Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
Around Desert Hot Springs
Most ice maker calls in Desert Hot Springs 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 Desert Hot Springs
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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: Desert Hot Springs, CA
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
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Also Serving Towns Around Desert Hot Springs
The technicians listed for Desert Hot Springs also cover smaller towns nearby, including Garnet. 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.