If your Kenmore ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. The Rochester list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Rochester
16 repair companies serve Rochester from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Concord (3), Epping (2), and Hooksett (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. None of the repair companies near Rochester name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is PJ's Appliance Repair, about 7.9 miles away. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.9, 14.3, 14.6 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 16 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
At the top of the Rochester list: Mr. Appliance of Strafford and Rockingham Counties (18.1 miles away, based in Epping, 4.8 stars from 945 reviews); Appliance Medic LLC (27.7 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.8 stars from 75 reviews); Appliance Services, LLC (18.9 miles away, based in Epping, 4.9 stars from 175 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (33.3 miles away, based in Newburyport, 4.6 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
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
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
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- An error code or temperature alarm
What Gets Fixed on a Rochester Freezer Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Rochester and freezer repair in Rochester.
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
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:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Local Notes for Rochester
Most ice maker calls in Rochester 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.
New Hampshire has no license for appliance repair as such; fuel gas work, including gas appliance installation and service, is licensed by the Mechanical Safety and Licensing Board, whose licenses are limited to their named specialty. Source: N.H. RSA 153:29 (NH General Court)
In New Hampshire, you can check a license with the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification License Lookup or report a problem to the New Hampshire Department of Justice, Consumer Protection & Antitrust Bureau.
Hiring a Repair Company in Rochester
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Rochester, NH
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Rochester technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.