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. The Hazel Crest list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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 Hazel Crest
Within 30 miles of Hazel Crest there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Tinley Park (5), Chicago Heights (3), and Palos Heights (3). None of the repair companies near Hazel Crest name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Country Club Hills Appliance Repair Services is the nearest, roughly 1.6 miles from Hazel Crest. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 26 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 2.2, 3.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
First up for Hazel Crest: Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alsip Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Alsip, 3.3 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Experts ASAP (5.4 miles away, based in Tinley Park).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including freestanding ice maker, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and in-door ice dispenser, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells chest freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
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
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
What a Freezer Technician Checks
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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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Hazel Crest, IL
Most ice maker calls in Hazel Crest 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 Hazel Crest
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hazel Crest, IL
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
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Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Hazel Crest technician bring the right parts.