Kenmore owners in Bozeman usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Bozeman work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Bozeman MT
7 repair companies serve Bozeman from within 60 miles. 5 list an address in Bozeman, and other nearby bases include Belgrade (2). The closest is Lake Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Bozeman mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 7 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Bozeman is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.1, 1.2 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 2 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 7 |
Closest matches for Bozeman: Fred's Appliance (1.1 miles away, 4.5 stars from 655 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lake Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 517 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 1.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Stone's Maytag Service (6.8 miles away, based in Belgrade, 4.7 stars from 17 reviews).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells freestanding ice maker, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and in-door ice dispenser.
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
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 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
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 maker or ice compartment frozen over
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- 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 Bozeman and freezer repair in Bozeman.
Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
Kenmore Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Bozeman, MT
Most ice maker calls in Bozeman 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.
In Montana, you can check a license with the Montana DLI Construction Contractor Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Montana Department of Justice, Office of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Bozeman
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Bozeman, MT
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Bozeman
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Bozeman
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Bozeman
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for Four Corners and Livingston is handled by the same companies listed for Bozeman. 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 Bozeman technician bring the right parts.