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. 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.
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 Wilton Manors
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Wilton Manors. 1 list an address in Wilton Manors, and other nearby bases include Fort Lauderdale (34) and Oakland Park (5). Distances run up to about 4 miles. No company within 90 miles of Wilton Manors mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Neighborhood Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.9, 1.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
The leading options for Wilton Manors are Pozharko Appliance Repair Fort Lauderdale (2.2 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 5.0 stars from 305 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brothers Masters (2.6 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 4.9 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AAA Century Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 4.9 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Precision Appliance Services Inc. (2.8 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 5.0 stars from 8 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
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
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
Signs Your Kenmore Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Wilton Manors and freezer repair in Wilton Manors.
Owner Care for Kenmore Ice Makers
- 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
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
Around Wilton Manors
Most ice maker calls in Wilton Manors 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 Wilton Manors
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Wilton Manors, FL
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
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Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Wilton Manors technician bring the right parts.