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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Anderson
Within 30 miles of Anderson there are 28 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Anderson, and other nearby bases include Greenville (10), Seneca (4), and Pendleton (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.8 miles from Anderson. No company within 90 miles of Anderson mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Anderson. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 2.0, 3.2 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 28 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
At the top of the Anderson list: Boone Appliance (3.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 149 reviews); Appliance GrandMasters (24.2 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.7 stars from 1,162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Clemson (13.8 miles away, based in Clemson, 4.8 stars from 231 reviews); The Olde Homestead, Inc. (27.3 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.9 stars from 1,104 reviews).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), freestanding ice maker, and in-door ice dispenser. Freezer styles include bottom-freezer refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), side-by-side refrigerator, and chest freezer.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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
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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Anderson and freezer repair in Anderson.
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
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 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
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Anderson, SC
Most ice maker calls in Anderson 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
Questions to Ask a Anderson Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Anderson, SC
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Anderson, SC
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Anderson
Also Serving Towns Around Anderson
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for Centerville, Homeland Park, Belton, and Hartwell is handled by the same companies listed for Anderson. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Anderson technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.