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. The Cedar Rapids 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.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Cedar Rapids
Within 30 miles of Cedar Rapids there are 32 appliance repair companies in our data. 18 of them are based in Cedar Rapids itself, and the rest are spread across Marion (4), Iowa City (3), and Robins (1). Distances run up to about 24 miles. Atlas Appliance Repair Services is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Cedar Rapids. No company within 90 miles of Cedar Rapids mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cedar Rapids. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 32 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.9, 0.9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
At the top of the Cedar Rapids list: Sears Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lampe Appliance Services (3.5 miles away, 4.8 stars from 215 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.9 miles away, based in Iowa City, 4.6 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Parker Appliance Repair Professionals (18.8 miles away, based in Martelle, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including freestanding ice maker, in-door ice dispenser, and in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include French door refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), bottom-freezer refrigerator, and top-freezer refrigerator.
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
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
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
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Cedar Rapids and freezer repair in Cedar Rapids.
Care Kenmore Recommends
- 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
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
- 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- When the water filter was last changed
- 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 Cedar Rapids, IA
Most ice maker calls in Cedar Rapids 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Cedar Rapids
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Cedar Rapids, IA
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Cedar Rapids
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Cedar Rapids
Nearby Towns Served From Cedar Rapids
The technicians listed for Cedar Rapids also cover smaller towns nearby, including Vinton. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Cedar Rapids technician bring the right parts.