Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Madison Heights 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.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
If you bought your Kenmore refrigerator or freezer at Sears, you do not need to go back to Sears for a repair. Independent technicians near Madison Heights work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Madison Heights
Within 60 miles of Madison Heights there are 36 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Roanoke (9), Lynchburg (4), and Charlottesville (4). The farthest listed company is about 56 miles out. 1 lists Kenmore specifically. The closest is Reliable Home Appliance Repair, about 5.1 miles away. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Madison Heights is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| Mention ice makers | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.1, 7.0, 8.4 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 36 |
First up for Madison Heights: Sears Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.5 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reliable Home Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.8 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Peerless Appliance Services (46.2 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Coflin Refrigeration & Appliance (16.6 miles away, based in Appomattox, 3.1 stars from 27 reviews).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice dispenser, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and freestanding ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Kenmore sells bottom-freezer refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
Signs Your Kenmore Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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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:
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Madison Heights
Most ice maker calls in Madison Heights 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 Madison Heights Repair Technician
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Madison Heights, VA
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
What should I do about a Kenmore error code?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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The technicians listed for Madison Heights also cover smaller towns nearby, including Buena Vista, Lexington, and Farmville. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Madison Heights technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.