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 Framingham, 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.
If you bought your Kenmore refrigerator or freezer at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Framingham work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Framingham
40 repair companies serve Framingham from within 30 miles. 7 list an address in Framingham, and the rest are spread across Newton (7), Marlborough (4), and Watertown (3). No company within 90 miles of Framingham mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Framingham Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Framingham. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Framingham. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.7, 1.9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
Closest matches for Framingham: Yale Appliance (1.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 2,215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Natick, 4.3 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor Corp (12.5 miles away, based in Waltham, 5.0 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Frostline Boston Appliance Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Newton, 4.9 stars from 148 reviews).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-door ice dispenser, freestanding ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models).
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Framingham and freezer repair in Framingham.
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?
Budgeting for a Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
Around Framingham
Most ice maker calls in Framingham 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.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Framingham
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Framingham, MA
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Framingham
Also Serving Towns Around Framingham
The technicians listed for Framingham also cover smaller towns nearby, including Cochituate. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Framingham technician bring the right parts.