If your Kenmore ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Buffalo Grove
Within 30 miles of Buffalo Grove there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 list an address in Buffalo Grove, and the rest are spread across Arlington Heights (9), Wheeling (8), and Vernon Hills (4). No company within 90 miles of Buffalo Grove mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. AMZ Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Buffalo Grove. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 37 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Buffalo Grove. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 0.7, 0.9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 29 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 20 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 20 |
First up for Buffalo Grove: Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (5.8 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMZ Appliance Repair (0.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Wheeling, 4.6 stars from 286 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Good Guys Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, based in Deerfield, 4.9 stars from 107 reviews).
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
Signs Your Kenmore Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Buffalo Grove and freezer repair in Buffalo Grove.
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
What Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator 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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Local Notes for Buffalo Grove
Most ice maker calls in Buffalo Grove 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Hiring a Repair Company in Buffalo Grove
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Buffalo Grove, IL
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Buffalo Grove
The technicians listed for Buffalo Grove also cover smaller towns nearby, including Lincolnshire and Long Grove. 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.
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Buffalo Grove technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.