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 Rockville, 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.
With a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer, the model number matters more than the badge: Kenmore appliances were built by several manufacturers for Sears, and the model number tells a technician which ice maker and parts apply.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Rockville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Rockville. 12 list an address in Rockville, and the rest are spread across Gaithersburg (13), Bethesda (6), and Kensington (3). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Rockville mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Rockville Emergency Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 34 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.4, 0.5 |
Closest matches for Rockville: Trusted Home Experts (0.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FUSE Service Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in North Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 363 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), freestanding ice maker, and in-door ice dispenser, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells French door refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and chest freezer.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Rockville
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Rockville and freezer repair in Rockville.
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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
Around Rockville
Most ice maker calls in Rockville 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 Rockville
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Rockville, MD
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Rockville technician bring the right parts.