Kenmore owners in Salem Lakes usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Salem Lakes list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Kenmore. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Kenmore ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
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 Salem Lakes work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Salem Lakes
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Salem Lakes. Other nearby bases include Kenosha (6), Waukegan (6), and McHenry (3). Distances run up to about 20 miles. Command Service Center, INC is the nearest, roughly 4.3 miles from Salem Lakes. None of the repair companies near Salem Lakes name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Salem Lakes. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Mention freezers | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.3, 6.3, 8.5 |
| Mention ice makers | 1 |
The leading options for Salem Lakes are A Absolute Appliance Repair (18.3 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Command Service Center, INC (4.3 miles away, based in Antioch, 5.0 stars from 818 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IyJ Appliance Repairs (17.5 miles away, based in Beach Park, 4.3 stars from 39 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (13.9 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Kenmore Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), in-door ice dispenser, and freestanding ice maker. Freezer styles include upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), side-by-side refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and chest freezer.
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Features
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 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
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Salem Lakes and freezer repair in Salem Lakes.
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
Budgeting for a Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 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?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
What Salem Lakes Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Salem Lakes 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 Salem Lakes
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Salem Lakes, WI
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
Do you work for Kenmore?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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Nearby Towns Served From Salem Lakes
Live outside Salem Lakes? The same Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair technicians serve Bristol and Twin Lakes. See each town's own freezer repair listings below.
Write down any code or light your Kenmore display shows and when it appears. It helps a Salem Lakes technician bring the right parts.