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.
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 La Crescenta-Montrose work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near La Crescenta-Montrose
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of La Crescenta-Montrose. 2 list an address in La Crescenta-Montrose, and the rest are spread across Glendale (24), Burbank (7), and La Cañada Flintridge (5). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: La Crescenta Appliance Repair, around 0.6 miles out. No company within 90 miles of La Crescenta-Montrose mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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 | 25 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention freezers | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 50 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.6, 1.2 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
At the top of the La Crescenta-Montrose list: A&Y Appliances (5.9 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.9 stars from 512 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pros Fix Appliances (5.1 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.9 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A11 Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Glendale, 5.0 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.5 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
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
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
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in La Crescenta-Montrose
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in La Crescenta-Montrose and freezer repair in La Crescenta-Montrose.
Care Kenmore Recommends
- 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:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
What La Crescenta-Montrose Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in La Crescenta-Montrose 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 La Crescenta-Montrose Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: La Crescenta-Montrose, CA
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a La Crescenta-Montrose technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.