If your Kenmore ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Margate
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Margate. 5 list an address in Margate, and other nearby bases include Coral Springs (14), Tamarac (7), and Pompano Beach (6). No company within 90 miles of Margate mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Ace Hialeah Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Margate. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Margate. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 1.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
First up for Margate: Gold Fusion HVAC & Refrigeration Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Pompano Beach, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Coral Springs, 4.6 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Excellence Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 5.0 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Complete Commercial Repair Inc. (4.5 miles away, based in Pompano Beach, 4.3 stars from 36 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.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Margate and freezer repair in Margate.
Owner Care for Kenmore Ice Makers
- 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
- 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 Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Margate
Most ice maker calls in Margate 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 Margate
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Margate, FL
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Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Margate technician bring the right parts.