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. 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.
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, Hopewell VA
40 repair companies serve Hopewell from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Richmond (22), Petersburg (4), and Mechanicsville (4). Distances run up to about 26 miles. The closest is Appliance Fix & Care Hub, about 4.3 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Hopewell 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 4.1 stars across 25 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hopewell. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 48 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 25 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.3, 4.5, 5.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
Closest matches for Hopewell: Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Colonial Heights, 4.4 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (21.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.6 miles away, based in North Chesterfield, 4.2 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pro Line Appliance Installation (21.3 miles away, based in Midlothian, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews).
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
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
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Hopewell
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Hopewell and freezer repair in Hopewell.
Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Hopewell
Most ice maker calls in Hopewell 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Hopewell Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hopewell, VA
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
Related Repair Pages for Hopewell
More Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Pages Nearby
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Hopewell technician bring the right parts.