Kenmore owners in Cicero 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.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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 Cicero work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Cicero IL
Within 30 miles of Cicero there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Cicero, and the rest are spread across Chicago (12), Oak Park (7), and Brookfield (3). Cicero Appliance Repair Tech is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Cicero. No company within 90 miles of Cicero mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 38 businesses.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.8, 1.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Cicero: Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (5.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 1,053 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trust Pro Appliance of Chicago (2.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.8 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (4.7 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in North Riverside, 4.4 stars from 169 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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
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
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Cicero and freezer repair in Cicero.
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
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around Cicero
Most ice maker calls in Cicero 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.
Questions to Ask a Cicero Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Cicero, IL
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Cicero, IL
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Also Serving Towns Around Cicero
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for Stickney is handled by the same companies listed for Cicero. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
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.