Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Palmetto Bay involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Palmetto Bay list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Palmetto Bay FL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Palmetto Bay. 5 list an address in Palmetto Bay, and the rest are spread across Miami (28), Cutler Bay (3), and Princeton (1). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: Glacier Appliance Repair And Service, around 1.3 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Palmetto Bay mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Palmetto Bay. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.4, 1.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
First up for Palmetto Bay: Flamingo Appliance Service (5.9 miles away, based in Miami, 4.5 stars from 7,231 reviews); Glyn's Appliance Repair Service (2.3 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 182 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Los Nachos Appliance Services (1.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rodri Repair Appliances Corp (5.2 miles away, based in Miami, 5.0 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice dispenser, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and freestanding ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
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 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
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 clicks or hums but does not fill
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Palmetto Bay and freezer repair in Palmetto Bay.
Owner Care for Kenmore Ice Makers
- 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
What Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Palmetto Bay, FL
Most ice maker calls in Palmetto Bay 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.
Before You Book in Palmetto Bay
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Palmetto Bay, FL
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Palmetto Bay, FL
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Palmetto Bay
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Palmetto Bay technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.