Kenmore owners in San Lorenzo usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving San Lorenzo, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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 Lorenzo
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of San Lorenzo. 2 of them are based in San Lorenzo itself, and other nearby bases include Hayward (22), San Leandro (11), and Castro Valley (4). The closest is Atlant Services Repair, about 0.7 miles away. No company within 90 miles of San Lorenzo mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.0, 1.3 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
Closest matches for San Lorenzo: Local Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Castro Valley, 4.8 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Royal Dacor Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, based in San Leandro, 4.1 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in Hayward, 4.6 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Hayward, 4.2 stars from 193 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. Freezer styles include French door refrigerator, chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
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
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
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- An error code or temperature alarm
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in San Lorenzo
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in San Lorenzo and freezer repair in San Lorenzo.
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:
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Local Notes for San Lorenzo
Most ice maker calls in San Lorenzo 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).
Before You Book in San Lorenzo
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: San Lorenzo, CA
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
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 San Lorenzo technician bring the right parts.