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 West Hempstead, 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 West Hempstead
Within 30 miles of West Hempstead there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in West Hempstead itself, and the rest are spread across Valley Stream (7), Hempstead (6), and Garden City (5). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Nearest on the list: Repair Porter Inc., around 0.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of West Hempstead mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from West Hempstead. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 16 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.0, 1.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
First up for West Hempstead: PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); All Appliance Repair Long Island NY (3.6 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dr. Appliance Repair Pro LLC (3.6 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 3.8 stars from 409 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including freestanding ice maker, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and in-door ice dispenser, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include bottom-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), and French door refrigerator.
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
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
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
Signs Your Kenmore Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in West Hempstead and freezer repair in West Hempstead.
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
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:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
Around West Hempstead
Most ice maker calls in West Hempstead 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 West Hempstead Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: West Hempstead, NY
How do I reset my ice maker?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
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Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a West Hempstead technician bring the right parts.