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. The Novi list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Novi
40 repair companies serve Novi from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Novi itself, and other nearby bases include Livonia (11), Detroit (5), and Waterford Township (4). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. Batteries Plus Phone Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Novi. No company within 90 miles of Novi mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.4, 6.6 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 17 |
Closest matches for Novi: Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (8.9 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater Livingston County (15.5 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 957 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.0 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.8 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), freestanding ice maker, and in-door ice dispenser. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells French door refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, and bottom-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 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
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Novi and freezer repair in Novi.
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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Local Notes for Novi
Most ice maker calls in Novi 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 Novi
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Novi, MI
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Other Refrigeration Repair in Novi
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Novi
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for Northville is handled by the same companies listed for Novi. 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 Novi technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.