Kenmore owners in Newport usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. 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 Newport work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Newport
Within 60 miles of Newport there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Newport itself, and other nearby bases include Knoxville (14), Asheville (5), and Sevierville (3). The closest is Gabby's Appliance Sales and Repair, about 1.9 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Newport mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 38 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Newport is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 18.4, 21.8 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 19 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
Closest matches for Newport: Haywood Appliance - Clyde Showroom (33.7 miles away, based in Clyde, 4.7 stars from 125 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (21.8 miles away, based in Sevierville, 4.6 stars from 103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair Knoxville (22.0 miles away, based in Sevierville, 4.9 stars from 84 reviews); ProTech Appliance Repair, Inc. (41.4 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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
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 Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
Signs Your Kenmore Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Newport Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Newport and freezer repair in Newport.
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?
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:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
What Newport Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Newport 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
Before You Book in Newport
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Newport, TN
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Newport, TN
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Newport
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Newport technician bring the right parts.