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. The Fort Walton Beach list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
If you bought your Kenmore refrigerator or freezer at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Fort Walton Beach work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Fort Walton Beach FL
20 repair companies serve Fort Walton Beach from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Fort Walton Beach, and the rest are spread across Gulf Breeze (5), Destin (3), and Navarre (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. None of the repair companies near Fort Walton Beach name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 20 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 4 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.6, 7.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
At the top of the Fort Walton Beach list: The Appliance Spot (19.6 miles away, based in Santa Rosa Beach, 5.0 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 4.6 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Surfside Appliance Repair (12.5 miles away, based in Navarre, 4.9 stars from 87 reviews); All Brand Air & Appliance, Inc (28.8 miles away, based in Milton, 4.9 stars from 108 reviews).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including freestanding ice maker, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and in-door ice dispenser, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), top-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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 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
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Fort Walton Beach and freezer repair in Fort Walton Beach.
Care Kenmore Recommends
- 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
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- 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?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Fort Walton Beach, FL
Most ice maker calls in Fort Walton Beach 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Fort Walton Beach
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Fort Walton Beach, FL
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Fort Walton Beach
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Fort Walton Beach
Also Serving Towns Around Fort Walton Beach
Live outside Fort Walton Beach? The same Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair technicians serve Ocean City and Lake Lorraine. See each town's own freezer repair listings below.
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Fort Walton Beach technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.