Kenmore owners in Houghton usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. 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.
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 Houghton work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Houghton
6 repair companies serve Houghton from within 92 miles. Other nearby bases include Dollar Bay (1), Calumet (1), and Mohawk (1). The farthest listed company is about 91 miles out. The closest is Keweenaw Kitchens., about 3.4 miles away. None of the repair companies near Houghton name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 5 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.0 stars. Houghton is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 92 miles | 6 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 1 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.4, 10.2, 16.2 |
At the top of the Houghton list: North State Refrigeration. (10.2 miles away, based in Calumet, 1.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Keweenaw Kitchens. (3.4 miles away, based in Dollar Bay, 4.0 stars from 4 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (66.8 miles away, based in Marquette, 4.4 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mohawk Emergency Appliance Repair (16.2 miles away, based in Mohawk, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice dispenser, freestanding ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and each one fails in its own way.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
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 clumping in the bucket
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Houghton and freezer repair in Houghton.
Owner Care for Kenmore Ice Makers
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
What Houghton Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Houghton 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Houghton
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Houghton, MI
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Houghton
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for Laurium and Ironwood is handled by the same companies listed for Houghton. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.