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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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 Miamisburg work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Miamisburg
40 repair companies serve Miamisburg from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Miamisburg, and other nearby bases include Dayton (16), Cincinnati (6), and Beavercreek (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Miamisburg mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Miamisburg Appliances is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Miamisburg. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Miamisburg. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.2, 3.6 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 40 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
The leading options for Miamisburg are Mr. Appliance of Cincinnati (25.7 miles away, based in Blue Ash, 4.8 stars from 1,559 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eldridge Refrigeration & Appliance Service (4.1 miles away, based in Dayton, 3.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.4 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Beavercreek, 3.9 stars from 203 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), freestanding ice maker, and in-door ice dispenser, and each one fails in its own way.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
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 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
Common Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Miamisburg
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Miamisburg and freezer repair in Miamisburg.
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?
Budgeting for a Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
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 ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What Miamisburg Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Miamisburg 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.
Before You Book in Miamisburg
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Miamisburg, OH
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Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Miamisburg
Also Serving Towns Around Miamisburg
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for Germantown is handled by the same companies listed for Miamisburg. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Miamisburg technician bring the right parts.