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. Below are independent repair companies serving Cheney, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Cheney work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Cheney
Within 30 miles of Cheney there are 27 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Spokane (18), Spokane Valley (8), and Liberty Lake (1). The closest is SPOKANE REFRIGERATOR REPAIR, about 9.6 miles away. None of the repair companies near Cheney name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 27 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.6, 11.0, 13.7 |
The leading options for Cheney are IV Appliance Clinic (11.0 miles away, based in Spokane, 5.0 stars from 747 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire HVAC, Refrigerator & Appliance Repair Spokane (13.7 miles away, based in Spokane, 4.9 stars from 774 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Allway Service Appliance repair & Refrigeration repair (22.3 miles away, based in Spokane Valley, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.8 miles away, based in Spokane, 4.5 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
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). On the freezer side, Kenmore sells French door refrigerator, chest freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
Kenmore Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Cheney
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Owner Care for Kenmore Ice Makers
- 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
- 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?
What Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Cheney, WA
Most ice maker calls in Cheney 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 Cheney
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Kenmore ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Cheney, WA
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Do you repair Kenmore standalone freezers too?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Cheney technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.