Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Hillcrest Heights involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Hillcrest Heights, 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.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Hillcrest Heights
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hillcrest Heights. 2 list an address in Hillcrest Heights, and other nearby bases include Washington (20), Arlington (5), and Alexandria (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Hillcrest Heights mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Nifty Lifty Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hillcrest Heights. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.3, 2.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
First up for Hillcrest Heights: SK Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GLS Appliance & HVAC Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bell Appliance Repair - MD (6.1 miles away, based in Fort Washington, 4.4 stars from 31 reviews).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including freestanding ice maker, in-door ice dispenser, and in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), chest freezer, and top-freezer refrigerator.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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 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
Signs Your Kenmore Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Hillcrest Heights and freezer repair in Hillcrest Heights.
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?
What Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Hillcrest Heights
Most ice maker calls in Hillcrest Heights 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Hillcrest Heights
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- 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?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hillcrest Heights, MD
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
How do I reset my ice maker?
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Nearby Towns Served From Hillcrest Heights
Live outside Hillcrest Heights? The same Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair technicians serve Marlow Heights. See each town's own freezer repair listings below.
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Hillcrest Heights technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.