Kenmore owners in Thonotosassa usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Thonotosassa, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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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 Thonotosassa
Within 30 miles of Thonotosassa there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Thonotosassa itself, and the rest are spread across Tampa (14), Brandon (12), and Wesley Chapel (6). Of those, 1 mentions Kenmore by name. Thonotosassa Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Thonotosassa. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 38 businesses.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 29 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 2.0, 4.5 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 17 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
The leading options for Thonotosassa are ER Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Wesley Chapel, 4.9 stars from 298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Brandon and Riverview (10.5 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Magic Touch Appliance Doctors (9.2 miles away, based in Wesley Chapel, 5.0 stars from 73 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), in-door ice dispenser, and freestanding ice maker. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells French door refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), side-by-side refrigerator, and chest freezer.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
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
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
What a Freezer Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Thonotosassa and freezer repair in Thonotosassa.
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?
Budgeting for a Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Thonotosassa, FL
Most ice maker calls in Thonotosassa 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 Thonotosassa
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- 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: Thonotosassa, FL
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
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Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Thonotosassa technician bring the right parts.