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. The South Charleston list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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 South Charleston work on Kenmore ice makers and freezers regularly.
Independent Kenmore Ice Maker Technicians, South Charleston WV
24 repair companies serve South Charleston from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Charleston (6), Huntington (2), and Oak Hill (2). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 2.8 miles away. None of the repair companies near South Charleston 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 4.1 stars across 21 businesses. South Charleston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Charleston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 2.8, 2.8 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 24 |
First up for South Charleston: Sears Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in St Albans, 4.3 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.6 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in Scott Depot, 4.1 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.3 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Kenmore Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Kenmore ice maker you have before you call: Kenmore sells in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), freestanding ice maker, and in-door ice dispenser.
Kenmore Lines Technicians Work On
What a Kenmore Technician Deals With
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
When to Call for Kenmore Ice Maker Repair
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a South Charleston Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in South Charleston and freezer repair in South Charleston.
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
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:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around South Charleston
Most ice maker calls in South Charleston 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.
West Virginia's Division of Labor certifies HVAC technicians for installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating and cooling system components, and the law has no specific appliance repair license or exemption. Source: West Virginia Code Chapter 21, Article 16 (HVAC technician certification), Division of Labor
In West Virginia, you can check a license with the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board License Lookup or report a problem to the West Virginia Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near South Charleston
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: South Charleston, WV
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is my Kenmore refrigerator showing a code?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near South Charleston
The technicians listed for South Charleston also cover smaller towns nearby, including Dunbar, St. Albans, Cross Lanes, and Logan. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest Kenmore ice maker and freezer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
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.