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. Below are independent repair companies serving Port Royal, 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 Port Royal
We found 14 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Port Royal. The rest are spread across Beaufort (4), Hilton Head Island (3), and Ridgeland (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. No company within 90 miles of Port Royal mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Appliance Repairs Plus inc. is the nearest, roughly 3.4 miles from Port Royal. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 13 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Port Royal. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.4, 5.0, 5.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 14 |
Closest matches for Port Royal: Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Beaufort, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Hilton Head Island, 4.2 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repairs Plus inc. (3.4 miles away, based in Beaufort, 4.7 stars from 31 reviews); Nuway Appliance Repair (13.2 miles away, based in Bluffton, 4.7 stars from 92 reviews).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice dispenser, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and freestanding ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells top-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), and side-by-side refrigerator.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What a Freezer Technician Checks
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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?
What Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Port Royal
Most ice maker calls in Port Royal 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Port Royal
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Port Royal, SC
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Which Port Royal technicians work on Kenmore?
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Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Port Royal technician bring the right parts.