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 Lake Grove, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
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 Lake Grove work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Lake Grove
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lake Grove. Other nearby bases include Bohemia (5), Hauppauge (4), and Holbrook (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. None of the repair companies near Lake Grove name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Chekmate Appliance Service, about 1.1 miles away. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Grove. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.6, 1.9 |
First up for Lake Grove: Willie's Appliance (6.8 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GK Mechanical inc (6.2 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Bohemia, 4.5 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bestway Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Central Islip, 5.0 stars from 50 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including freestanding ice maker, in-door ice dispenser, and in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells bottom-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), and chest freezer.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
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 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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What Gets Fixed on a Lake Grove Freezer Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Lake Grove and freezer repair in Lake Grove.
Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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?
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:
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around Lake Grove
Most ice maker calls in Lake Grove 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Lake Grove
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Lake Grove, NY
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Lake Grove
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Lake Grove technician bring the right parts.