Kenmore owners in Corpus Christi usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Corpus Christi, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Kenmore. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Kenmore directly.
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 Corpus Christi
We found 18 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Corpus Christi. 11 list an address in Corpus Christi, and the rest are spread across Port Aransas (2), Portland (1), and Robstown (1). Nearest on the list: Portairs Appliance Services and Repair, around 2.5 miles out. None of the repair companies near Corpus Christi name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Corpus Christi. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 3.0, 3.2 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 18 |
At the top of the Corpus Christi list: Star appliance repair (3.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 1,554 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 208 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BNR Contractor Services/ Appliance repair (3.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 29 reviews); Arrow Appliance Repair Co (7.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 463 reviews).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
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. Freezer styles include upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), side-by-side refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, and French door refrigerator.
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
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
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
What Kenmore Says to Check First
- 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
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Corpus Christi and freezer repair in Corpus Christi.
Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Corpus Christi
Most ice maker calls in Corpus Christi 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.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Corpus Christi
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Corpus Christi, TX
Is my Kenmore ice maker worth repairing?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Corpus Christi
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Corpus Christi
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Corpus Christi technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.