Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Franklin involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Franklin list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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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.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Franklin
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Franklin. 1 of them are based in Franklin itself, and the rest are spread across Dayton (16), Cincinnati (6), and Beavercreek (3). Distances run up to about 25 miles. No company within 90 miles of Franklin 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: RR Appliances LLC, around 2.0 miles out. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 50 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 4.4, 6.0 |
First up for Franklin: Mr. Appliance of Cincinnati (20.2 miles away, based in Blue Ash, 4.8 stars from 1,559 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eldridge Refrigeration & Appliance Service (7.4 miles away, based in Dayton, 3.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rippe Brothers Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in West Chester Township, 4.3 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), in-door ice dispenser, and freestanding ice maker. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells French door refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), side-by-side refrigerator, and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
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'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
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
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Franklin and freezer repair in Franklin.
Owner Care for Kenmore Ice Makers
- 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?
What Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 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?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Franklin, OH
Most ice maker calls in Franklin 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 Franklin
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Franklin, OH
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Franklin
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Franklin
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for Carlisle is handled by the same companies listed for Franklin. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Franklin technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.