Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Progress Village involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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.
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 Progress Village
40 repair companies serve Progress Village from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Tampa (16), Brandon (12), and Riverview (7). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Nearest on the list: ProFix Appliance Service, around 1.4 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Progress Village mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Progress Village. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.9, 2.7 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 16 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
The leading options for Progress Village are Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (7.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Brandon and Riverview (4.9 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances Fix & Care LLC (8.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (7.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
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.
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 Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Progress Village
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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?
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:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Progress Village
Most ice maker calls in Progress Village 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.
Questions to Ask a Progress Village Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Progress Village, FL
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
Which Progress Village technicians work on Kenmore?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Progress Village technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.