Kenmore owners in Richland usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Richland, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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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 Richland work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, Richland WA
We found 19 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Richland. 2 list an address in Richland, and the rest are spread across Kennewick (3), Pasco (3), and Walla Walla (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Nearest on the list: Smart Appliance Repair, around 0.8 miles out. 2 list Kenmore specifically. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Richland is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Companies within 60 miles | 19 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 3.5, 6.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Mention Kenmore | 2 |
At the top of the Richland list: Master's Appliance & Refrigeration, LLC (10.4 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.2 stars from 77 reviews); Fred's Appliance (6.2 miles away, based in Kennewick, 4.1 stars from 731 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VSG Appliances (9.1 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.9 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Kenmore Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
Signs Your Kenmore Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What Gets Fixed on a Richland Freezer Call
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Keeping a Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
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?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Richland
Most ice maker calls in Richland 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Richland
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Richland, WA
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is this Kenmore customer service?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Richland technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Kenmore ice maker itself.