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 Hattiesburg, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Hattiesburg
13 repair companies serve Hattiesburg from within 60 miles. 3 of them are based in Hattiesburg itself, and other nearby bases include Picayune (3), Columbia (2), and Petal (1). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Hattiesburg mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Appliance Service Central LLC, about 3.0 miles away. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Hattiesburg is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hattiesburg. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 4.9, 7.2 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
At the top of the Hattiesburg list: Brackman Service Company (4.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 20 reviews); FixFast Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, 3.7 stars from 22 reviews); Appliance Service Central LLC (3.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 12 reviews); Knight's Appliance Repair (12.6 miles away, based in Petal, 4.9 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
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
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 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
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
What Gets Fixed on a Hattiesburg Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Hattiesburg and freezer repair in Hattiesburg.
Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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?
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:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Around Hattiesburg
Most ice maker calls in Hattiesburg 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.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Hattiesburg Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hattiesburg, MS
Do you work for Kenmore?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Hattiesburg, MS
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Hattiesburg
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for West Hattiesburg and Columbia is handled by the same companies listed for Hattiesburg. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Hattiesburg technician bring the right parts.