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. Below are independent repair companies serving Norridge, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Norridge
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Norridge. The rest are spread across Chicago (20), Melrose Park (3), and Elmwood Park (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Nearest on the list: Whirlpool Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Norridge mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.8, 0.8 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 14 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 50 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
The leading options for Norridge are Fuse Service HVAC and Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SAVA HVAC & Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (2.5 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.7 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pacific Appliance Solutions (1.5 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 11 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), freestanding ice maker, and in-door ice dispenser. Freezer styles include top-freezer refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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 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
Kenmore Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
What Gets Fixed on a Norridge Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Norridge and freezer repair in Norridge.
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:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What Norridge Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Norridge 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 Norridge
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Norridge, IL
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Related Repair Pages for Norridge
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Norridge
Also Serving Towns Around Norridge
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for Harwood Heights is handled by the same companies listed for Norridge. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Norridge technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.