Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Norton involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Norton, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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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, Norton OH
40 repair companies serve Norton from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Canton (5), Akron (4), and Brunswick (3). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Norton mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Collins Appliance Repair, about 2.2 miles away. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 3.0, 6.8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 53 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 16 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 31 |
First up for Norton: Mr. Appliance of Akron (8.8 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Home Appliance Company (17.1 miles away, based in Massillon, 4.7 stars from 402 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (21.0 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Tallmadge, 4.5 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Kenmore says refrigerators with an in-door ice dispenser or a direct water line are more likely to need professional installation than simple models without them. Source: Kenmore - Refrigerators and Freezers FAQ
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
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
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
What Gets Fixed on a Norton Ice Maker Call
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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
What Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Norton
Most ice maker calls in Norton 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 Norton
- 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: Norton, OH
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
Which Norton technicians work on Kenmore?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Norton
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Norton
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Norton technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.