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. The Hickory Hills list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
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.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Hickory Hills
40 repair companies serve Hickory Hills from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Hickory Hills, and the rest are spread across Oak Lawn (6), Chicago Ridge (3), and Palos Heights (3). Nearest on the list: Same-Day Appliance Fix Hickory Hills, around 0.1 miles out. None of the repair companies near Hickory Hills name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hickory Hills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 1.3, 1.3 |
Closest matches for Hickory Hills: Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in Chicago Ridge, 4.3 stars from 894 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GC Appliance Repair of Oak Lawn (3.2 miles away, based in Oak Lawn, 4.2 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SG Heating & Cooling Services (3.1 miles away, based in Oak Lawn, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alsip Appliance Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Alsip, 3.3 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
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.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
What Gets Fixed on a Hickory Hills Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Hickory Hills and freezer repair in Hickory Hills.
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?
Budgeting for a Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Local Notes for Hickory Hills
Most ice maker calls in Hickory Hills 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 Hickory Hills
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hickory Hills, IL
How do I reset my ice maker?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Hickory Hills
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.