If your Kenmore ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving San Clemente, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Kenmore refrigerators and freezers were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears appliance repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite models; they are not Sears.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near San Clemente
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of San Clemente. 5 of them are based in San Clemente itself, and the rest are spread across Laguna Niguel (9), Mission Viejo (6), and San Juan Capistrano (4). None of the companies within 30 miles mention Kenmore by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The closest is More Than a Fix Appliance Repair, about 1.6 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 35 businesses.
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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 1.7, 2.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
The leading options for San Clemente are Kenmore Repair Service in San Diego (57.0 miles away, based in San Diego, 5.0 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Royal Star Appliance Services (2.3 miles away, based in Capistrano Beach, 5.0 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OC Repairs (3.7 miles away, based in San Juan Capistrano, 5.0 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Appliance Care (6.5 miles away, based in Ladera Ranch, 4.9 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
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 chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost).
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
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
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
Signs Your Kenmore Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice tastes or smells off
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in San Clemente
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in San Clemente and freezer repair in San Clemente.
Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for San Clemente, CA
Most ice maker calls in San Clemente 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 San Clemente
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: San Clemente, CA
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Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
Other Refrigeration Repair in San Clemente
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near San Clemente
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.