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. Below are independent repair companies serving Sauk Rapids, 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.
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, Sauk Rapids MN
13 repair companies serve Sauk Rapids from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Sauk Rapids itself, and other nearby bases include St Cloud (5), Kimball (1), and Richmond (1). The closest is Master Trade Services Inc, about 1.2 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Sauk Rapids mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 13 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sauk Rapids. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 2.9, 3.3 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
First up for Sauk Rapids: Omega Force Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.8 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Appliance Service (26.5 miles away, based in Maple Lake, 5.0 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.4 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reed's Refrigeration and Appliance Repair (20.5 miles away, based in Kimball, 5.0 stars from 29 reviews).
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
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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
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
What Sauk Rapids Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Sauk Rapids 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 Sauk Rapids
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Sauk Rapids, MN
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
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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.