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 North Port list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
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 North Port work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, North Port FL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of North Port. 9 of them are based in North Port itself, and other nearby bases include Englewood (11), Venice (9), and Punta Gorda (5). Distances run up to about 15 miles. The closest is King's Appliances LLC, about 1.4 miles away. None of the repair companies near North Port name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.9 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 24 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.9, 2.4 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 24 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
First up for North Port: Alex Crew LLC Appliances Repair Services (3.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Grande Aire Services Inc. (11.3 miles away, based in Englewood, 4.9 stars from 786 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LK Appliance Repair (14.3 miles away, based in Venice, 4.9 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Charlotte, Desoto & Southern Sarasota (9.7 miles away, based in Punta Gorda, 4.8 stars from 1,025 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. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, French door refrigerator, chest freezer, and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
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'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
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Compressor hums but will not start
- An error code or temperature alarm
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in North Port
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in North Port and freezer repair in North Port.
Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for North Port, FL
Most ice maker calls in North Port 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 North Port
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: North Port, FL
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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Nearby Towns Served From North Port
The technicians listed for North Port also cover smaller towns nearby, including Warm Mineral Springs. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a North Port technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.