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 Bellevue 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.
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 Bellevue work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Bellevue WA
Within 30 miles of Bellevue there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 25 list an address in Bellevue, and other nearby bases include Redmond (7), Sammamish (3), and Mercer Island (2). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: Kossi Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Bellevue 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 30 businesses.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.6, 1.7 |
Closest matches for Bellevue: Super Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 116 reviews); Troubleshooters Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Newcastle, 4.9 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eastside Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 234 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Major Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
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
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
What Gets Fixed on a Bellevue Ice Maker Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Bellevue and freezer repair in Bellevue.
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
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:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Bellevue
Most ice maker calls in Bellevue 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Bellevue Repair Technician
- 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?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Bellevue, WA
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Can the same technician fix my Kenmore chest or upright freezer?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Bellevue, WA
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Bellevue
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Bellevue technician bring the right parts.