If your Kenmore ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Longview, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Kenmore refrigerators and freezers were sold through Sears for decades, so many owners look for Sears appliance repair. The companies here are independent technicians who work on Kenmore and Kenmore Elite models; they are not Sears.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Longview
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Longview. 4 of them are based in Longview itself, and other nearby bases include Vancouver (22), Ridgefield (4), and Battle Ground (4). Of those, 1 mentions Kenmore by name. ABC Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Longview. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Longview is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Name freezer work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 2.1, 2.1 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| Mention Kenmore | 1 |
Closest matches for Longview: EasyFix - Appliance Repair Service (25.5 miles away, based in Ridgefield, 4.8 stars from 311 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair (34.3 miles away, based in Vancouver, 4.9 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Hospital (32.3 miles away, based in Vancouver, 4.2 stars from 1,110 reviews); Stan's Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, INC (21.9 miles away, based in St Helens, 4.2 stars from 55 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
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Longview
Not sure it is a Kenmore problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Longview and freezer repair in Longview.
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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator 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 brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Longview
Most ice maker calls in Longview 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Longview
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Longview, WA
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
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Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Longview technician bring the right parts.