Kenmore owners in Lomita usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. 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 Lomita work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Lomita
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lomita. 2 list an address in Lomita, and the rest are spread across Torrance (14), Redondo Beach (5), and Carson (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. None of the repair companies near Lomita name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Lomita Appliance Wizard, about 0.4 miles away. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lomita. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.6, 0.9 |
At the top of the Lomita list: Walk-in cooler repair 1 (2.0 miles away, based in Torrance, 5.0 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Uks pro (2.0 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.9 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.5 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix It Fast Appliance Repair, LLC (1.5 miles away, based in Rolling Hills Estates, 4.7 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
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
What Kenmore Says to Check First
- 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
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What Gets Fixed on a Lomita Freezer Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Lomita and freezer repair in Lomita.
Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
Around Lomita
Most ice maker calls in Lomita 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 Lomita Repair Technician
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Lomita, CA
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Lomita
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Lomita technician bring the right parts.