Kenmore owners in Starkville usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Starkville, 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.
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, Starkville MS
We found 14 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Starkville. Other nearby bases include Columbus (5), Philadelphia (3), and Louisville (1). Distances run up to about 53 miles. The closest is Fromm's Appliance & Refrigeration Services, about 17.2 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Starkville mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 13 businesses. Starkville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Starkville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 60 miles | 14 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 17.2, 18.9, 21.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
First up for Starkville: Sears Appliance Repair (18.9 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.7 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.2 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.4 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Simpson Maintenance, LLC (46.2 miles away, based in Vernon, 4.9 stars from 268 reviews); Fromm's Appliance & Refrigeration Services (17.2 miles away, based in Columbus).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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
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
Signs Your Kenmore Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Starkville and freezer repair in Starkville.
Care Kenmore Recommends
- 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:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Starkville
Most ice maker calls in Starkville 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 Starkville Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Starkville, MS
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
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Also Serving Towns Around Starkville
The technicians listed for Starkville also cover smaller towns nearby, including Louisville. 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 Starkville technician bring the right parts.