Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Lombard involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Lombard 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.
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.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Lombard IL
40 repair companies serve Lombard from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Lombard itself, and other nearby bases include Elmhurst (6), Wheaton (5), and Addison (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Nearest on the list: A Lombard Refrigerator Repair, around 0.9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Lombard 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 4.7 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lombard. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.2, 2.2 |
Closest matches for Lombard: Act Fast Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.7 stars from 353 reviews); Appliance Gators (3.2 miles away, based in Downers Grove, 4.4 stars from 65 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (2.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (4.9 miles away, based in Glendale Heights, 4.7 stars from 173 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), in-door ice dispenser, and freestanding ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells chest freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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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
Kenmore Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it 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 ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
Around Lombard
Most ice maker calls in Lombard 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 Lombard
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Lombard, IL
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Lombard technician bring the right parts.