If your Kenmore ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Kemp Mill, 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 Kemp Mill work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Kemp Mill MD
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kemp Mill. Other nearby bases include Silver Spring (13), Bethesda (6), and Rockville (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is Five Star Silver Spring Appliance Repair, about 1.5 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Kemp Mill mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.6, 1.8 |
First up for Kemp Mill: InterTech Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FUSE Service Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in North Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 363 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bettar Appliance Master (2.8 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.0 stars from 1,337 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells freestanding ice maker, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and in-door ice dispenser.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
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 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
Kenmore Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
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:
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Kemp Mill, MD
Most ice maker calls in Kemp Mill 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Kemp Mill
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Kemp Mill, MD
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Related Repair Pages for Kemp Mill
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Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for Four Corners is handled by the same companies listed for Kemp Mill. 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 Kemp Mill technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.