Kenmore owners in Findlay usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
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 Findlay work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Findlay
40 repair companies serve Findlay from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Toledo (8), Lima (4), and Fremont (2). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Findlay 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 14.3 miles out. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Findlay is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Findlay. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 16 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 14.3, 20.2, 24.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 44 |
At the top of the Findlay list: Mr. Appliance of Fremont and Sandusky, OH (34.2 miles away, based in Fremont, 4.8 stars from 347 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Sales & Service (39.8 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 4,272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.3 miles away, based in Fostoria, 4.6 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC (42.5 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.8 stars from 1,168 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
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 upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), French door refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
Signs Your Kenmore Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Findlay
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Findlay and freezer repair in Findlay.
Care Kenmore Recommends
- 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:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - 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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Findlay
Most ice maker calls in Findlay 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Repair Company in Findlay
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- 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?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Findlay, OH
What causes heavy frost buildup?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Findlay
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Findlay
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.