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. 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.
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 Soddy-Daisy
Within 30 miles of Soddy-Daisy there are 20 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Chattanooga (9), Cleveland (4), and Georgetown (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. None of the repair companies near Soddy-Daisy name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Ultimate Appliance, Heat & Air is the nearest, roughly 9.8 miles from Soddy-Daisy. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 20 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.8, 12.2, 12.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
Closest matches for Soddy-Daisy: Mr. Appliance of Chattanooga (13.3 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.7 stars from 1,103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Services Appliance Heating & Air LLC (12.5 miles away, based in Collegedale, 4.7 stars from 463 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Masters Appliance Heating & Air (16.6 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.8 stars from 149 reviews); Ultimate Appliance, Heat & Air (9.8 miles away, based in Georgetown, 5.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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Owner Care for Kenmore Ice Makers
- 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?
Kenmore Repair Cost Ranges
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
What Soddy-Daisy Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Soddy-Daisy 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).
Questions to Ask a Soddy-Daisy Repair Technician
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Soddy-Daisy, TN
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Nearby Towns Served From Soddy-Daisy
Live outside Soddy-Daisy? The same Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair technicians serve Dunlap. See each town's own freezer repair listings below.
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.