Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Bayshore Gardens involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Bayshore Gardens list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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.
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 Bayshore Gardens
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Bayshore Gardens. Other nearby bases include Sarasota (22), Bradenton (17), and Palmetto (1). Batteries Plus Phone Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Bayshore Gardens. No company within 90 miles of Bayshore Gardens mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.8 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.1, 1.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 17 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 17 |
The leading options for Bayshore Gardens are Mr. Appliance of Manatee County & N. Sarasota (2.5 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.8 stars from 778 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPLIANCE REPAIR TEODOR IN SARASOTA (7.4 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Well Done Home Solutions Inc. (4.3 miles away, based in Bradenton, 5.0 stars from 134 reviews); Teodor Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Bradenton, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice dispenser, freestanding ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include top-freezer refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), bottom-freezer refrigerator, and chest freezer.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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
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 clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Bayshore Gardens
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Bayshore Gardens and freezer repair in Bayshore Gardens.
Owner Care for Kenmore Ice Makers
- 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
Kenmore Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - 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?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Bayshore Gardens
Most ice maker calls in Bayshore Gardens 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Bayshore Gardens
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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: Bayshore Gardens, FL
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Also Serving Towns Around Bayshore Gardens
The technicians listed for Bayshore Gardens also cover smaller towns nearby, including Longboat Key. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Bayshore Gardens technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.