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. Below are independent repair companies serving Folsom, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Folsom work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Folsom CA
40 repair companies serve Folsom from within 30 miles. 15 of them are based in Folsom itself, and the rest are spread across Fair Oaks (6), El Dorado Hills (5), and Orangevale (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Nearest on the list: Friendly Appliance Repair Specialists, around 0.9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Folsom mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 24 businesses.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
At the top of the Folsom list: Lake Appliance Repair Fair Oaks (6.5 miles away, based in Fair Oaks, 4.6 stars from 1,509 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert repair company (7.1 miles away, based in Citrus Heights, 5.0 stars from 74 reviews); OK Appliance Inc. (6.6 miles away, based in Citrus Heights, 5.0 stars from 175 reviews); A-1 Appliance (1.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews).
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
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
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
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice clumping in the bucket
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Folsom
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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
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 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?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Folsom
Most ice maker calls in Folsom 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 Folsom Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Folsom, CA
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
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Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Folsom technician bring the right parts.