Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Groves involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Kenmore and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Groves
Our data shows 14 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Groves. 2 list an address in Groves, and other nearby bases include Beaumont (7), Orange (2), and Nederland (1). The closest is GT Appliance Services, about 0.5 miles away. None of the repair companies near Groves name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 12 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Groves. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 4.0 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
First up for Groves: A1 Star Appliance Repair (16.2 miles away, based in Beaumont, 4.8 stars from 154 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Port Arthur, 4.7 stars from 167 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.4 miles away, based in Beaumont, 4.7 stars from 258 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Beaumont (15.4 miles away, based in Beaumont, 4.9 stars from 343 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, freestanding ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models). On the freezer side, Kenmore sells top-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and French door refrigerator.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
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 runs constantly but stays warm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
What Gets Fixed on a Groves Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Groves and freezer repair in Groves.
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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around Groves
Most ice maker calls in Groves 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 Groves
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Groves, TX
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Groves
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Groves
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Groves technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.