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 Brown Deer, with those that mention Kenmore first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Brown Deer work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Brown Deer
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Brown Deer. The rest are spread across Milwaukee (18), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Nearest on the list: Oakmark Appliance Repair, around 1.4 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Brown Deer mentions Kenmore by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.5, 4.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
First up for Brown Deer: Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Mequon, 4.1 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.9 miles away, based in West Allis, 4.3 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (9.9 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.9 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 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, in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and freestanding ice maker. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), top-freezer refrigerator, and chest freezer.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
How Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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 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
Common Kenmore Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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 clumping in the bucket
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Brown Deer and freezer repair in Brown Deer.
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
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?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
What Brown Deer Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Brown Deer 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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Brown Deer
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Brown Deer, WI
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
Should I repair or replace my Kenmore refrigerator?
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Brown Deer
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Kenmore refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.