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. The Brookings list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Brookings
We found 16 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Brookings. 1 list an address in Brookings, and other nearby bases include Sioux Falls (10), Watertown (3), and Estelline (1). Distances run up to about 55 miles. None of the repair companies near Brookings name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Mr. Appliance of Brookings, about 2.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 16 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Brookings is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Brookings. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 19.8, 43.4 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 16 |
| Mention ice makers | 1 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
The leading options for Brookings are Mr. Appliance of Brookings (2.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Midtek Appliance Repair (54.5 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 589 reviews); Mr. Appliance (43.8 miles away, based in Watertown, 4.9 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (43.4 miles away, based in Watertown, 4.8 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
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 bottom-freezer refrigerator, chest freezer, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), and top-freezer refrigerator.
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
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Brookings and freezer repair in Brookings.
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
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Brookings, SD
Most ice maker calls in Brookings 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Brookings
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Brookings, SD
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
Related Repair Pages for Brookings
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Also Serving Towns Around Brookings
Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair for Madison is handled by the same companies listed for Brookings. 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 Brookings technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.