Kenmore owners in Coos Bay usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Coos Bay, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Coos Bay
Within 60 miles of Coos Bay there are 9 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Coos Bay, and the rest are spread across Roseburg (4), Umpqua (1), and Florence (1). The farthest listed company is about 47 miles out. Bay Appliance & TV is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Coos Bay. No company within 90 miles of Coos Bay mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 9 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Coos Bay is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.7, 37.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 9 |
| Name ice maker work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 3 |
The leading options for Coos Bay are Sears Appliance Repair (44.7 miles away, based in Roseburg, 4.6 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Farr's Complete Appliance Service (1.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (41.5 miles away, based in Florence, 4.6 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay Appliance & TV (1.3 miles away, 4.0 stars from 151 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including freestanding ice maker, in-door ice dispenser, and in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include top-freezer 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
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
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
What Gets Fixed on a Coos Bay Freezer Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Coos Bay and freezer repair in Coos Bay.
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?
Kenmore Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Start relay 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?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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 water dispenser still works
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
Local Notes for Coos Bay
Most ice maker calls in Coos Bay 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.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Coos Bay
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Coos Bay, OR
Is this Kenmore customer service?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
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Live outside Coos Bay? The same Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair technicians serve North Bend. See each town's own freezer repair listings below.
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Coos Bay technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.