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. Below are independent repair companies serving Moorhead, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
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 Moorhead work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Moorhead MN
We found 8 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Moorhead. 1 of them are based in Moorhead itself, and the rest are spread across Fargo (5), Pelican Rapids (1), and Wahpeton (1). Distances run up to about 42 miles. 1 lists Kenmore specifically. Nearest on the list: Fargo Appliance Repair Technologies, around 2.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 8 businesses. Moorhead is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Moorhead. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 1 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 2.9, 3.1 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 1 |
First up for Moorhead: Pete’s Appliance Repair LLC (4.0 miles away, based in Fargo, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews); Appliance Pros (4.1 miles away, based in Fargo, 4.8 stars from 127 reviews); The Appliance Guy FM (3.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.1 miles away, based in Wahpeton, 4.2 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), in-door ice dispenser, and freestanding ice maker.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
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
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
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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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:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Moorhead, MN
Most ice maker calls in Moorhead 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.
Questions to Ask a Moorhead Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Moorhead, MN
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Moorhead technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.