Kenmore owners in New Bedford usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving New Bedford, 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.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, New Bedford MA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of New Bedford. 4 list an address in New Bedford, and the rest are spread across Pawtucket (6), Providence (5), and Fall River (4). None of the repair companies near New Bedford name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Big Mikes Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 2.5, 2.6 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
At the top of the New Bedford list: Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (25.1 miles away, based in Pawtucket, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yale Appliance (24.1 miles away, based in Norton, 4.9 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.2 miles away, based in Brockton, 4.5 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Atlas Appliance Services (11.1 miles away, based in Fall River, 3.7 stars from 6 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.
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
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
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in New Bedford and freezer repair in New Bedford.
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:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What New Bedford Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in New Bedford 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.
Questions to Ask a New Bedford Repair Technician
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: New Bedford, MA
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Related Repair Pages for New Bedford
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near New Bedford
Also Serving Towns Around New Bedford
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for Bliss Corner is handled by the same companies listed for New Bedford. 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 New Bedford technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.