Most Kenmore ice maker and freezer repairs in Evanston involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Evanston list starts with companies that name Kenmore, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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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.
Who Works on Kenmore Ice Makers Near Evanston
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Evanston. 1 of them are based in Evanston itself, and the rest are spread across Salt Lake City (8), Ogden (3), and Clearfield (3). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Dave's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Evanston. None of the repair companies near Evanston name Kenmore in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Evanston is inside its regular service area.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 50.7, 51.5 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 3 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 50 |
First up for Evanston: Charlie Fuller's Appliance (55.2 miles away, based in Woods Cross, 4.8 stars from 247 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Famous Appliance Service (57.2 miles away, based in North Salt Lake, 4.7 stars from 510 reviews); Dave's Appliance Repair (0.3 miles away, 4.5 stars from 36 reviews); R.A.C.E.R. Service Appliance Repair (53.3 miles away, based in Nibley, 4.7 stars from 12 reviews).
Kenmore Ice and Freezer Designs
Kenmore ice makers come in several designs, including in-door ice dispenser, freestanding ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker (top-freezer models), and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include chest freezer, upright freezer (manual or frost-free defrost), French door refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Know Your Kenmore Ice Maker
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
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
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
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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
Price the repair before replacing a Kenmore refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a Kenmore Call
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Around Evanston
Most ice maker calls in Evanston 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.
The Wyoming State Fire Marshal licenses electricians, electrical contractors and limited technicians (including an HVAC category), and its licensing page lists no appliance repair license. Source: Wyoming State Fire Marshal: Electrical Licensing
In Wyoming, you can check a license with the Wyoming State Fire Marshal Public Portal (electrical licensing) or report a problem to the Wyoming Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Unit.
Before You Book in Evanston
- 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: Evanston, WY
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Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
How do I find a technician who knows Kenmore ice makers?
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Kenmore Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Evanston
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