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. The Minnetonka list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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.
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.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Minnetonka MN
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Minnetonka. 2 list an address in Minnetonka, and other nearby bases include Minneapolis (11), Hopkins (5), and Eden Prairie (5). Distances run up to about 12 miles. None of the repair companies near Minnetonka name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is AMA Appliance Service, about 1.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 22 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Minnetonka. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 1.8, 2.4 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
The leading options for Minnetonka are Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 217 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMA Appliance Service (1.7 miles away, based in Hopkins, 5.0 stars from 82 reviews); Twin Cities Appliance Service Center Inc (2.4 miles away, based in Hopkins, 4.9 stars from 1,837 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Eden Prairie, 4.5 stars from 124 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.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
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 will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice clumping in the bucket
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Minnetonka and freezer repair in Minnetonka.
Owner Care for Kenmore Ice Makers
- 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:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 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?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around Minnetonka
Most ice maker calls in Minnetonka 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Hiring a Repair Company in Minnetonka
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Minnetonka, MN
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Also Serving Towns Around Minnetonka
The technicians listed for Minnetonka also cover smaller towns nearby, including Orono. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Minnetonka technician bring the right parts.