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 Elgin list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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.
With a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer, the model number matters more than the badge: Kenmore appliances were built by several manufacturers for Sears, and the model number tells a technician which ice maker and parts apply.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Elgin TX
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Elgin. The rest are spread across Austin (15), Pflugerville (7), and Bastrop (5). Rapid Appliance Repair of Manor is the nearest, roughly 10.1 miles from Elgin. No company within 90 miles of Elgin 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 4.7 stars across 37 businesses.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.1, 10.6, 13.0 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 17 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Elgin list: Mr. Appliance of Austin (15.4 miles away, based in Pflugerville, 4.7 stars from 1,377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Santana's Appliance LLC (15.7 miles away, based in Taylor, 4.6 stars from 369 reviews); On Point Air Conditioning and Appliance LLC (15.7 miles away, based in Bastrop, 4.7 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.8 miles away, based in Bastrop, 4.3 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells top-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and chest freezer.
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
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
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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Elgin
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Elgin and freezer repair in Elgin.
Owner Care for Kenmore Ice Makers
- 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
Kenmore Repair Cost Ranges
A Kenmore ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
What Elgin Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Elgin 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 Elgin
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Elgin, TX
Do you work for Kenmore?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Elgin
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Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Elgin technician bring the right parts.