Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Salem 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 Salem, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
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 Salem work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Salem
Our data shows 19 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Salem. 7 of them are based in Salem itself, and other nearby bases include Albany (2), McMinnville (2), and Corvallis (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. None of the repair companies near Salem name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Nichall Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Salem. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 18 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 19 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.9, 2.0 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
The leading options for Salem are Bogard Appliances and Refrigeration, LLC (2.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 100 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.3 stars from 140 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ATS Appliance Repair (23.0 miles away, based in McMinnville, 4.9 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JL's Appliances (2.0 miles away, 4.5 stars from 330 reviews).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-door ice dispenser, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and freestanding ice maker. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells French door refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), chest freezer, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Salem
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Salem and freezer repair in Salem.
Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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:
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Salem
Most ice maker calls in Salem 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.
Questions to Ask a Salem Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Salem, OR
Do you work for Kenmore?
Which Salem technicians work on Kenmore?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
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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.