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 Lake Zurich 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.
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 Lake Zurich
Within 30 miles of Lake Zurich there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Lake Zurich, and other nearby bases include Buffalo Grove (8), Arlington Heights (8), and Vernon Hills (4). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. None of the repair companies near Lake Zurich name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Nexus Lake Zurich Appliance Repair Co, about 0.9 miles away. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Zurich. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name freezer work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 1.2 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
The leading options for Lake Zurich are JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (1.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Wheeling, 4.6 stars from 286 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMZ Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-door ice dispenser, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and freestanding ice maker. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells bottom-freezer refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), 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
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
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Lake Zurich and freezer repair in Lake Zurich.
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:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$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?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- 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
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Lake Zurich, IL
Most ice maker calls in Lake Zurich 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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How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Lake Zurich
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Lake Zurich, IL
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
Which Lake Zurich technicians work on Kenmore?
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Live outside Lake Zurich? The same Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair technicians serve Hawthorn Woods. See each town's own freezer repair listings below.
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Lake Zurich technician bring the right parts.