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. The Newport list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
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 Newport
Our data shows 23 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Newport. 2 list an address in Newport, and the rest are spread across Salem (7), Lincoln City (2), and Corvallis (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. The closest is Mc Cammon's Appliance Services, Inc., about 0.9 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Newport mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 22 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Newport is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 2.0, 14.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 23 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
First up for Newport: Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ATS Appliance Repair (58.1 miles away, based in McMinnville, 4.9 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (39.4 miles away, based in Corvallis, 4.5 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mc Cammon's Appliance Services, Inc. (0.9 miles away, 4.3 stars from 38 reviews).
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 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
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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
What Gets Fixed on a Newport Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Newport and freezer repair in Newport.
Care Kenmore Recommends
- 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
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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 Newport, OR
Most ice maker calls in Newport 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Newport
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Newport, OR
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Newport
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Newport
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.