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. The Medina list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Kenmore refrigerators and freezers were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears appliance repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite models; they are not Sears.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Medina OH
40 repair companies serve Medina from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Medina itself, and the rest are spread across Cleveland (6), Akron (4), and Brunswick (3). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. Nearest on the list: Advantage Washer & Dryer Repair, LLC, around 0.0 miles out. None of the repair companies near Medina name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 37 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 32 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.0, 6.1, 7.9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Medina list: Mr. Appliance of Akron (16.5 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Margus Appliance Repair (19.8 miles away, based in Parma, 4.9 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.1 miles away, based in Elyria, 4.8 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Cleveland (22.5 miles away, based in Brooklyn Heights, 4.7 stars from 1,919 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
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.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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
Kenmore Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
What Gets Fixed on a Medina Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Medina and freezer repair in Medina.
Care Kenmore Recommends
- 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:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
What Medina Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Medina 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.
Questions to Ask a Medina Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Medina, OH
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Medina, OH
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Medina
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Medina technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.