Kenmore owners in Clearwater usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Clearwater, 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.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Clearwater FL
40 repair companies serve Clearwater from within 30 miles. 17 of them are based in Clearwater itself, and other nearby bases include Largo (9), Palm Harbor (6), and Dunedin (3). Distances run up to about 10 miles. The closest is Fix-Anything | Virtual Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Clearwater mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Clearwater. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.9, 1.4 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 30 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Clearwater list: Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County (7.3 miles away, based in Oldsmar, 4.9 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Teodor Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CityTech Appliance Repair Largo (5.9 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 488 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), freestanding ice maker, and in-door ice dispenser, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells top-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
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
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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What Gets Fixed on a Clearwater Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Clearwater and freezer repair in Clearwater.
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
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around Clearwater
Most ice maker calls in Clearwater 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.
Questions to Ask a Clearwater Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Clearwater, FL
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Clearwater
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Clearwater
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Clearwater technician bring the right parts.