Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Box Elder 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 Box Elder, 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.
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 Box Elder work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Box Elder
Our data shows 8 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Box Elder. The rest are spread across Rapid City (5), Spearfish (2), and Hot Springs (1). The closest is K&D Appliance Service, about 4.0 miles away. None of the repair companies near Box Elder name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 6 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars. Box Elder is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 3 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.0, 5.8, 7.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 8 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 3 |
The leading options for Box Elder are Appliance Repair Services (7.4 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.9 stars from 279 reviews); K&D Appliance Service (4.0 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.8 stars from 1,304 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Rapid City, lists Saturday hours); Appliances & Electronics Repair Lab (7.5 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including freestanding ice maker, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and in-door ice dispenser, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells top-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
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'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
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Box Elder
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Box Elder and freezer repair in Box Elder.
Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
What Box Elder Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Box Elder 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.
The South Dakota Plumbing Commission issues Appliance Contractor and Appliance Installer licenses as plumbing specialty licenses; official pages reviewed did not spell out which appliance work they cover or whether repair alone requires one. Source: South Dakota Plumbing Commission - Licensing
In South Dakota, you can check a license with the South Dakota Plumbing Commission lists of licensees (specialty licensees, including appliance) or report a problem to the South Dakota Attorney General, Division of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Box Elder
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Box Elder, SD
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Box Elder
The technicians listed for Box Elder also cover smaller towns nearby, including Rapid Valley. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Box Elder technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.