Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Centralia involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Centralia list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Kenmore, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
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 Centralia work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Centralia WA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Centralia. 1 list an address in Centralia, and the rest are spread across Tacoma (11), Longview (4), and Puyallup (4). The farthest listed company is about 48 miles out. 1 lists Kenmore specifically. Nearest on the list: TitanTech Appliance, around 2.0 miles out. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Centralia is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Centralia. 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 | 16 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Name freezer work | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 2.5, 15.9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
At the top of the Centralia list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Chehalis, 4.4 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RPS Appliance Repair (39.1 miles away, based in Graham, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.1 miles away, based in Lacey, 4.4 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (36.1 miles away, based in Spanaway, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), freestanding ice maker, and in-door ice dispenser. Freezer styles include upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), chest freezer, French door refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
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 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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Centralia
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Centralia and freezer repair in Centralia.
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
What Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
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?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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 water dispenser still works
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Centralia, WA
Most ice maker calls in Centralia 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.
Before You Book in Centralia
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Centralia, WA
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Centralia
Nearby Towns Served From Centralia
Live outside Centralia? The same Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair technicians serve Chehalis. See each town's own freezer repair listings below.
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Centralia technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.