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 Waltham, 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 Waltham work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Waltham
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Waltham. 2 of them are based in Waltham itself, and other nearby bases include Newton (7), Cambridge (5), and Watertown (3). Nearest on the list: FAST FIX APPLIANCE REPAIR INC, around 1.2 miles out. None of the repair companies near Waltham name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.3, 2.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Waltham: UltraFix Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Cambridge, 4.8 stars from 1,527 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor Corp (1.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Frostline Boston Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Newton, 4.9 stars from 148 reviews); One Fix Appliance & Refrigeration Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Brookline, 4.8 stars from 24 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. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells side-by-side refrigerator, French door refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and chest freezer.
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
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
Signs Your Kenmore Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice clumping in the bucket
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Waltham
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Waltham and freezer repair in Waltham.
Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour 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 water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Waltham
Most ice maker calls in Waltham 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.
Before You Book in Waltham
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Waltham, MA
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Nearby Towns Served From Waltham
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for West Concord is handled by the same companies listed for Waltham. 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 Waltham technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.