Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Smithfield involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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, Smithfield NC
Within 30 miles of Smithfield there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Smithfield, and the rest are spread across Raleigh (12), Goldsboro (5), and Fuquay-Varina (4). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. 1 of them mentions Kenmore in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Fixers Experts Appliance Smithfield, around 0.5 miles out. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 6.4, 8.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 49 |
First up for Smithfield: Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Goldsboro, 4.7 stars from 225 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.5 miles away, based in Dunn, 4.6 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Perry's Refrigeration (15.9 miles away, based in Goldsboro, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Service Center of Raleigh (25.4 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.1 stars from 100 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), in-door ice dispenser, and freestanding ice maker.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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
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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Smithfield and freezer repair in Smithfield.
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
Kenmore Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Smithfield, NC
Most ice maker calls in Smithfield 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Smithfield
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Smithfield, NC
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Related Repair Pages for Smithfield
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Smithfield
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Smithfield
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for Selma is handled by the same companies listed for Smithfield. 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 Smithfield technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.