Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Red Wing involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Red Wing, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
With a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer, the model number matters more than the badge: Kenmore appliances were built by several manufacturers for Sears, and the model number tells a technician which ice maker and parts apply.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Red Wing MN
We found 17 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Red Wing. The rest are spread across Cottage Grove (3), Inver Grove Heights (3), and Hastings (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Red Wing mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Dewey's Major Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 4.4 miles from Red Wing. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Red Wing. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.4, 15.5, 16.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 17 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
Closest matches for Red Wing: SERVICE MATTERS Heating & Air & Appliance Repair LLC (29.4 miles away, based in Apple Valley, 4.9 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.5 miles away, based in River Falls, 4.5 stars from 183 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bathrick's Appliances Inc (16.5 miles away, based in Hastings, 4.9 stars from 79 reviews); Yb Appliance Repair (26.2 miles away, based in St Paul Park, 5.0 stars from 214 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells freestanding ice maker, in-door ice dispenser, and in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models).
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
Kenmore explains that in a cold room the thermostat in a standard refrigerator can sense the cabinet as cold enough, so the compressor stays off and food in the freezer can thaw. Source: Kenmore Livemore - Extra Storage: Garage Ready Fridges
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
What Kenmore Says to Check First
- 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
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Red Wing and freezer repair in Red Wing.
Care Kenmore Recommends
- 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?
Kenmore Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 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?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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?
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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
Around Red Wing
Most ice maker calls in Red Wing 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.
Before You Book in Red Wing
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Red Wing, MN
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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Live outside Red Wing? The same Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair technicians serve Lake City. See each town's own freezer repair listings below.
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Red Wing technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.