Kenmore owners in Pocatello usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Pocatello, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Pocatello work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Pocatello
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Pocatello. 3 list an address in Pocatello, and other nearby bases include Idaho Falls (4), Blackfoot (3), and American Falls (1). Distances run up to about 58 miles. Nearest on the list: Tucker's Appliance Parts & ServiCenter, around 0.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Pocatello mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Pocatello is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Companies within 60 miles | 12 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.6, 4.8 |
The leading options for Pocatello are Sears Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Steven's Appliance Services (24.1 miles away, based in Blackfoot, 5.0 stars from 292 reviews); Tucker's Appliance Parts & ServiCenter (0.2 miles away, 4.5 stars from 164 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (48.4 miles away, based in Idaho Falls, 4.7 stars from 209 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), freestanding ice maker, and in-door ice dispenser. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells top-freezer refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), bottom-freezer refrigerator, and French door refrigerator.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
Kenmore says refrigerators with an in-door ice dispenser or a direct water line are more likely to need professional installation than simple models without them. Source: Kenmore - Refrigerators and Freezers FAQ
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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice tastes or smells off
What Gets Fixed on a Pocatello Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Pocatello and freezer repair in Pocatello.
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
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:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Around Pocatello
Most ice maker calls in Pocatello 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.
Idaho's Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses does not list appliance repair as a licensed profession; gas piping and gas appliance work falls under the state's HVAC licensing, which includes specialty licenses for those trades. Source: Is My Profession Licensed? - Idaho DOPL
In Idaho, you can check a license with the Idaho DOPL Search for a License or Registration or report a problem to the Idaho Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Pocatello
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- 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: Pocatello, ID
Do you work for Kenmore?
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Pocatello technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.