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. Below are independent repair companies serving Rockville Centre, 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.
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 Rockville Centre
40 repair companies serve Rockville Centre from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Rockville Centre itself, and other nearby bases include Valley Stream (7), Hempstead (6), and Freeport (6). No company within 90 miles of Rockville Centre mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Bellmont Appliance Repair Masters, about 0.5 miles away. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.8, 1.9 |
Closest matches for Rockville Centre: All Appliance Repair Long Island NY (3.4 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (1.9 miles away, based in West Hempstead, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); Dr. Appliance Repair Pro LLC (3.4 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 3.8 stars from 409 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice dispenser, freestanding ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include bottom-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, and upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost).
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
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
Kenmore says refrigerators with an in-door ice dispenser or a direct water line are more likely to need professional installation than simple models without them. Source: Kenmore - Refrigerators and Freezers FAQ
Kenmore Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Rockville Centre
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Rockville Centre and freezer repair in Rockville Centre.
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
What Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Rockville Centre
Most ice maker calls in Rockville Centre 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 Rockville Centre
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Rockville Centre, NY
Do you work for Kenmore?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
Related Repair Pages for Rockville Centre
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Rockville Centre
Nearby Towns Served From Rockville Centre
Live outside Rockville Centre? The same Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair technicians serve Lakeview. See each town's own freezer repair listings below.
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Rockville Centre technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.