Kenmore owners in New London usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The New London list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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With a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer, the model number matters more than the badge: Kenmore appliances were built by several manufacturers for Sears, and the model number tells a technician which ice maker and parts apply.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, New London CT
18 repair companies serve New London from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in New London itself, and other nearby bases include Westerly (5), Greenport (2), and East Hampton (2). None of the repair companies near New London name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is BJ Appliance Service, about 0.5 miles away. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.9, 2.5 |
At the top of the New London list: Keith's Appliances (7.2 miles away, based in Mystic, 4.9 stars from 1,021 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (14.7 miles away, based in Westerly, 4.9 stars from 947 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Waterford, 4.8 stars from 291 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BJ Appliance Service (0.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
What Gets Fixed on a New London Freezer Call
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in New London and freezer repair in New London.
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?
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?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for New London
Most ice maker calls in New London 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.
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection does not list a separate appliance repair license; work on gas piping, approved gas appliances and refrigeration systems falls under its heating, piping and cooling license categories. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
In Connecticut, you can check a license with the CT Department of Consumer Protection: Verify a License or report a problem to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in New London
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: New London, CT
How do I reset my ice maker?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Other Refrigeration Repair in New London
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near New London
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for Conning Towers Nautilus Park and Pawcatuck is handled by the same companies listed for New London. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a New London technician bring the right parts.