Kenmore owners in Palm River-Clair Mel usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Palm River-Clair Mel 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.
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.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Palm River-Clair Mel
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Palm River-Clair Mel. Other nearby bases include Tampa (18), Brandon (12), and Riverview (5). Distances run up to about 9 miles. The closest is Appliances Plus Solutions, about 0.9 miles away. 1 of them mentions Kenmore in their listing or website. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Palm River-Clair Mel. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 29 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.9, 3.3 |
At the top of the Palm River-Clair Mel list: Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (5.4 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Home Service (8.4 miles away, based in Tampa, 5.0 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (5.3 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances Fix & Care LLC (7.8 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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), French door refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, and chest freezer.
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
What Kenmore Says to Check First
- 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
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Palm River-Clair Mel and freezer repair in Palm River-Clair Mel.
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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Palm River-Clair Mel
Most ice maker calls in Palm River-Clair Mel 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 Palm River-Clair Mel
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Palm River-Clair Mel, FL
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Palm River-Clair Mel
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Palm River-Clair Mel
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Palm River-Clair Mel technician bring the right parts.