Kenmore owners in Lauderdale Lakes usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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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 Lauderdale Lakes work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Lauderdale Lakes FL
40 repair companies serve Lauderdale Lakes from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Lauderdale Lakes, and the rest are spread across Fort Lauderdale (13), Plantation (7), and Oakland Park (5). Distances run up to about 4 miles. Nearest on the list: Hometown Appliance Repair Company, around 0.6 miles out. None of the repair companies near Lauderdale Lakes name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.1, 1.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
At the top of the Lauderdale Lakes list: Tri-City Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Oakland Park, 4.6 stars from 108 reviews); JustOn Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 5.0 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Oakland Park, 4.5 stars from 43 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rush Hour Appliance (3.5 miles away, based in Sunrise, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
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's garage-ready refrigerators use an inverter compressor that it says holds temperatures steadier, runs quieter and wears less than a conventional compressor. 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
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator 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
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Lauderdale Lakes
Most ice maker calls in Lauderdale Lakes 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 Lauderdale Lakes
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Lauderdale Lakes, FL
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
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Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Lauderdale Lakes technician bring the right parts.