Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Alma involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Alma
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Alma. 1 list an address in Alma, and the rest are spread across Lansing (5), Saginaw (3), and Bay City (3). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.1 miles away. None of the repair companies near Alma name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 39 businesses. Alma is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Alma. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 14.8, 15.2 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 59 |
| Mention freezers | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
Closest matches for Alma: Sears Appliance Repair (14.8 miles away, based in Mt Pleasant, 4.7 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lane’s Appliance Sales and Service (45.0 miles away, based in Lansing, 4.8 stars from 1,676 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.5 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (40.9 miles away, based in Bay City, 4.6 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-door ice dispenser, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and freestanding ice maker. Freezer styles include French door refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, and upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost).
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
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
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
Signs Your Kenmore Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice clumping in the bucket
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Alma
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Care Kenmore Recommends
- 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:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What Alma Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Alma 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Alma
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Alma, MI
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Nearby Towns Served From Alma
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for St. Louis is handled by the same companies listed for Alma. 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 Alma technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.