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. Below are independent repair companies serving Hudson, 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.
With a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer, the model number matters more than the badge: Kenmore appliances were built by several manufacturers for Sears, and the model number tells a technician which ice maker and parts apply.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Hudson
40 repair companies serve Hudson from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Hudson, and other nearby bases include Schenectady (10), Albany (7), and Latham (3). No company within 90 miles of Hudson mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.1 miles out. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Hudson is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hudson. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 19.0, 22.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
First up for Hudson: Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.1 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.4 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Technician Services Inc (19.0 miles away, based in Selkirk, 4.9 stars from 230 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (39.8 miles away, based in Schenectady, 4.5 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-door ice dispenser, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and freestanding ice maker. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells side-by-side refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator, and top-freezer refrigerator.
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
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
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
What Gets Fixed on a Hudson Freezer Call
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Hudson and freezer repair in Hudson.
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
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What Hudson Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Hudson 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 York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Questions to Ask a Hudson Repair Technician
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hudson, NY
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What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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Also Serving Towns Around Hudson
The technicians listed for Hudson also cover smaller towns nearby, including Valatie. 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 Hudson technician bring the right parts.