Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in DeKalb involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The DeKalb list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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 DeKalb
Within 30 miles of DeKalb there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Aurora (9), Elgin (8), and St. Charles (5). Nearest on the list: Knodle's Appliance Services Co Inc, around 5.0 miles out. None of the repair companies near DeKalb name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.0, 7.9, 11.9 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
Closest matches for DeKalb: Sears Appliance Repair (24.7 miles away, based in Rockford, 4.5 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arrowhead Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Sycamore, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (21.6 miles away, based in Plano, 4.6 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Leonardi Appliance (24.9 miles away, based in Aurora, 4.8 stars from 289 reviews).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including freestanding ice maker, in-door ice dispenser, and in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells bottom-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
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
Kenmore explains that in a cold room the thermostat in a standard refrigerator can sense the cabinet as cold enough, so the compressor stays off and food in the freezer can thaw. 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
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice clumping in the bucket
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in DeKalb and freezer repair in DeKalb.
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
Kenmore Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
Around DeKalb
Most ice maker calls in DeKalb 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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Hiring a Repair Company in DeKalb
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: DeKalb, IL
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Which DeKalb technicians work on Kenmore?
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
Other Refrigeration Repair in DeKalb
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near DeKalb
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.