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. 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.
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.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Medulla
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Medulla. Other nearby bases include Lakeland (16), Brandon (9), and Winter Haven (4). Distances run up to about 20 miles. The closest is HWE ENTERPRI, about 4.7 miles away. None of the repair companies near Medulla name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.7, 5.3, 5.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 16 |
First up for Medulla: Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (5.3 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Brandon and Riverview (18.4 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (9.8 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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'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
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Medulla and freezer repair in Medulla.
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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around Medulla
Most ice maker calls in Medulla 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 Medulla
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Medulla, FL
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Medulla
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Medulla technician bring the right parts.