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. Below are independent repair companies serving Arlington Heights, 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 Arlington Heights
Within 30 miles of Arlington Heights there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 13 of them are based in Arlington Heights itself, and other nearby bases include Wheeling (7), Mt Prospect (4), and Buffalo Grove (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. No company within 90 miles of Arlington Heights mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Appliance Repair Arlington Heights Pros., about 0.6 miles away. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.8, 1.2 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 22 |
First up for Arlington Heights: Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (4.9 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Wheeling, 4.6 stars from 286 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GBFix Heating, Cooling and Apliance repair (2.8 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 5.0 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mt Prospect Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 4.9 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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
Signs Your Kenmore Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice tastes or smells off
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Arlington Heights and freezer repair in Arlington Heights.
Owner Care for Kenmore Ice Makers
- 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
What Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
What Arlington Heights Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Arlington Heights 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.
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Before You Book in Arlington Heights
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Arlington Heights, IL
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Arlington Heights technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.