Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Coralville involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Coralville list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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.
If you bought your Kenmore refrigerator or freezer at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Coralville work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Coralville IA
Within 30 miles of Coralville there are 34 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Coralville, and other nearby bases include Cedar Rapids (18), Marion (4), and Iowa City (3). Nearest on the list: Brook Appliance Repair Solutions, around 0.9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Coralville mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Coralville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 34 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 4.3, 5.5 |
At the top of the Coralville list: Sears Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Iowa City, 4.6 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.6 miles away, based in Cedar Rapids, 4.7 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Liberty Appliance Repair Services (4.3 miles away, based in North Liberty, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews); Lampe Appliance Services (21.3 miles away, based in Cedar Rapids, 4.8 stars from 215 reviews).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice dispenser, freestanding ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells bottom-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), and top-freezer refrigerator.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
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
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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What Gets Fixed on a Coralville Freezer Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Coralville and freezer repair in Coralville.
Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
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:
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Around Coralville
Most ice maker calls in Coralville 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Coralville
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Coralville, IA
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Coralville
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Coralville
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.