A Kenmore ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. Below are independent repair companies serving East Lake-Orient Park, 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.
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, East Lake-Orient Park FL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of East Lake-Orient Park. The rest are spread across Tampa (25), Brandon (9), and Thonotosassa (2). 1 of them mentions Kenmore in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 3.1 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 38 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Lake-Orient Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.1, 3.2, 4.0 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 17 |
First up for East Lake-Orient Park: Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (7.3 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (7.1 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Tampa (4.1 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 263 reviews); Raed's Appliance Repair and Parts (6.8 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.3 stars from 69 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. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells bottom-freezer refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator, and chest freezer.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What Gets Fixed on a East Lake-Orient Park Ice Maker Call
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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:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What East Lake-Orient Park Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in East Lake-Orient Park 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.
Before You Book in East Lake-Orient Park
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: East Lake-Orient Park, FL
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in East Lake-Orient Park, FL
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near East Lake-Orient Park
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a East Lake-Orient Park technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.