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.
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.
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 Essex Junction work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Essex Junction
Within 30 miles of Essex Junction there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Essex Junction itself, and other nearby bases include Plattsburgh (3), St Albans City (2), and Williston (1). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Essex Junction mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Dan Reed and Daughter's Major Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Essex Junction. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 11 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Essex Junction. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 2.9, 6.9 |
The leading options for Essex Junction are Advanced Appliance (6.9 miles away, based in Colchester, 4.9 stars from 359 reviews); Dan Reed and Daughter's Major Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.1 miles away, based in St Albans City, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.5 miles away, based in Plattsburgh, 4.5 stars from 39 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).
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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'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
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 tastes or smells off
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Essex Junction and freezer repair in Essex Junction.
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:
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around Essex Junction
Most ice maker calls in Essex Junction 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.
No separate Vermont appliance repair license was identified, but anyone who installs, inspects or services natural gas or propane systems, including appliances, must hold a gas certification from the Division of Fire Safety. Source: Vermont Division of Fire Safety: Natural and LP Gas Certifications
In Vermont, you can check a license with the DFS Licensing MasterList (Vermont Open Data: licensed electricians, plumbers and gas certifications) or report a problem to the Vermont Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance Program.
Before You Book in Essex Junction
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Essex Junction, VT
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Which Essex Junction technicians work on Kenmore?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
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Nearby Towns Served From Essex Junction
The technicians listed for Essex Junction also cover smaller towns nearby, including St. Albans. 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 Essex Junction technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.