Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Atchison involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
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 Atchison
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Atchison. 1 list an address in Atchison, and the rest are spread across Kansas City (12), Lawrence (6), and St Joseph (5). The farthest listed company is about 49 miles out. The closest is 2 Bald Guys Repair, about 0.7 miles away. None of the repair companies near Atchison name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 36 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Atchison is inside its regular service area.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
|---|---|
| Name freezer work | 1 |
| Name ice maker work | 1 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 20.7, 20.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Atchison are Greg's Appliances (22.0 miles away, based in St Joseph, 4.6 stars from 303 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 2 Bald Guys Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 283 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.7 miles away, based in St Joseph, 4.7 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Shark (48.3 miles away, based in Prairie Village, 4.9 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice dispenser, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and freestanding ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, French door refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), and top-freezer refrigerator.
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
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
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Atchison and freezer repair in Atchison.
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
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
What Atchison Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Atchison 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 Kansas, you can report a problem to the Kansas Attorney General Public Protection Division (Consumer Protection).
Before You Book in Atchison
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Atchison, KS
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Atchison, KS
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Atchison
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Atchison technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.