Kenmore owners in Chatham usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
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 Chatham
We found 13 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Chatham. 1 list an address in Chatham, and the rest are spread across Springfield (8), Riverton (1), and Illiopolis (1). The closest is John's Appliance Service Center, about 0.4 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions Kenmore by name. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chatham. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
|---|---|
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 6.4, 6.6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
At the top of the Chatham list: Sears Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.4 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in Springfield, 4.2 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Matt Cawley Appliance Service (14.4 miles away, based in Riverton, 4.4 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.4 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 4.3 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice dispenser, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and freestanding ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and French door refrigerator.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice clumping in the bucket
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Chatham and freezer repair in Chatham.
Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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?
Kenmore Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Chatham
Most ice maker calls in Chatham 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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Questions to Ask a Chatham Repair Technician
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Chatham, IL
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Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Chatham
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Chatham technician bring the right parts.