If your Kenmore ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. 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 Carlisle work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Carlisle
Our data shows 35 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Carlisle. 1 list an address in Carlisle, and the rest are spread across Harrisburg (9), Mechanicsburg (4), and Hanover (3). Distances run up to about 29 miles. None of the repair companies near Carlisle name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.6 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 10.2, 10.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 35 |
The leading options for Carlisle are Mr. Appliance of Mechanicsburg (16.4 miles away, based in Lemoyne, 4.9 stars from 1,082 reviews); Kevin Harner Appliance Service Company (16.1 miles away, based in Enola, 4.4 stars from 214 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Martin's Appliance Service and Parts LLC (19.6 miles away, based in Shippensburg, 4.9 stars from 95 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.4 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Carlisle and freezer repair in Carlisle.
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
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:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
Around Carlisle
Most ice maker calls in Carlisle 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Hiring a Repair Company in Carlisle
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Carlisle, PA
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Other Refrigeration Repair in Carlisle
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Carlisle
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Carlisle technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.