Kenmore owners in New Orleans usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The New Orleans list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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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 New Orleans
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of New Orleans. 6 of them are based in New Orleans itself, and other nearby bases include Metairie (10), Slidell (7), and Harahan (4). None of the repair companies near New Orleans name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Nearest on the list: Washing Machine Repair | Refrigerator Repair, around 7.9 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.7 stars.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 19 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 23 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.9, 8.6, 8.8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
Closest matches for New Orleans: Solar Refrigeration & Appliance Service Inc (15.1 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.4 stars from 2,248 reviews); Professional Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews); Broussard Appliance Service (14.1 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); CITY WIDE Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Gretna, 4.5 stars from 111 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), in-door ice dispenser, and freestanding ice maker. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells chest freezer, bottom-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator, and top-freezer refrigerator.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
What Gets Fixed on a New Orleans Freezer Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in New Orleans and freezer repair in New Orleans.
Owner Care for Kenmore Ice Makers
- 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
- 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?
What Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
What New Orleans Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in New Orleans 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a New Orleans Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: New Orleans, LA
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a New Orleans technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.