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. Below are independent repair companies serving Loves Park, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Loves Park
Within 30 miles of Loves Park there are 33 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Loves Park, and other nearby bases include Rockford (9), Janesville (4), and Belvidere (3). Distances run up to about 29 miles. High Standard Icemakers is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Loves Park. None of the repair companies near Loves Park name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Loves Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.9, 4.0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 33 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Mention ice makers | 1 |
The leading options for Loves Park are Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Rockford, 4.5 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.9 miles away, based in Rockford, 4.3 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.1 miles away, based in Janesville, 4.4 stars from 232 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rockford Refrigeration Supply Co. & Air Pneumatic Tool Repair (1.9 miles away).
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
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
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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Loves Park and freezer repair in Loves Park.
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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 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?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Loves Park
Most ice maker calls in Loves Park 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Hiring a Repair Company in Loves Park
- 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?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Loves Park, IL
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
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Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Loves Park technician bring the right parts.