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. The Charlotte list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Charlotte
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Charlotte. 27 list an address in Charlotte, and the rest are spread across Matthews (8), Pineville (4), and Mint Hill (1). Distances run up to about 11 miles. None of the repair companies near Charlotte name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. CLT Appliance Repair, LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Charlotte. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Charlotte. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 24 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 33 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 23 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 |
At the top of the Charlotte list: Hey Key Appliance & HVAC Repair (6.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SmartFix Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,197 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A One Appliance Repair & Plumbing Services (4.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Almaks Appliance Repair in Charlotte (8.0 miles away, based in Matthews, 4.9 stars from 67 reviews).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), in-door ice dispenser, and freestanding ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
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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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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 freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Charlotte, NC
Most ice maker calls in Charlotte 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Charlotte Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Charlotte, NC
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Charlotte
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for Pineville is handled by the same companies listed for Charlotte. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Charlotte technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.