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Tammy C.
Dryer Repair
Kenmore refrigerator ice maker not working is a known issue affecting Elite 795 series. Our technicians specialize in Kenmore-specific diagnostics and repair.
Our Sub-Zero fridge stopped cooling right before a dinner party in our Noe Valley home. The technician arrived within two hours, diagnosed a faulty compressor relay, and had it running perfectly before guests arrived.
“Mike fixed the squeaking noise in my Kenmore dryer — worn drum rollers. The repair itself was good, but the scheduling was a little tricky. Had to wait 3 days for the appointment.”
“Our 12-year-old Kenmore upright freezer was building up thick frost and not staying cold enough. Defrost heater was burned out. The tech identified the actual manufacturer (Whirlpool) from the model…”
“Kenmore Elite refrigerator wasn't cooling. The tech figured out it was an LG-made unit from the model number and diagnosed a compressor issue. He was able to get it covered under LG's extended…”
“Kenmore dryer drum wasn't spinning — you could hear the motor running but nothing happening. Broken drive belt, which the tech said is one of the most common dryer repairs. Fixed in 30 minutes for…”
“Our Kenmore side-by-side was running constantly and barely staying cold. The technician cleaned the condenser coils, replaced the start relay, and checked the door seals. $225 total and the fridge is…”
Kenmore refrigerator ice maker not working is typically caused by frozen water line or failed water inlet valve. Kenmore-specific factor: model confusion between manufacturers — parts vary by oem and model prefix. Repair costs $100-$350 with free diagnostic and 90-day warranty.
Model confusion between manufacturers — parts vary by OEM and model prefix
Optics board failure on Whirlpool-made side-by-side models — infrared alignment issue
Water inlet valve mineral restriction on all platforms — common across all OEMs
LG-made Craft Ice motor failure on high-end Elite models
Frigidaire-made 253 series ice maker thermostat failure — harvest cycle stops
Other Kenmore models may also be affected. Book a free diagnostic for confirmation.
Seeing one of these codes? It likely indicates ice maker not working.
Bay Area Kenmore ice maker repairs are complicated by parts availability — Sears closures mean OEM cross-reference is mandatory. Many Bay Area homes have Kenmore units from 2008-2018 where the original Sears part number is discontinued. The technician must identify the manufacturer platform and source the equivalent LG, Whirlpool, or Frigidaire part. Low water pressure in older San Francisco homes is also a frequent contributing factor.
Identify manufacturer: 795/596 = LG, 106 = Whirlpool, 253 = Frigidaire — determines diagnostic procedure and parts
Test water flow: disconnect fill tube at ice maker, activate fill cycle, measure output — should be 4-5 oz per cycle regardless of OEM
For Whirlpool-made 106: inspect optical emitter/receiver boards — clean with soft cloth and verify infrared beam path alignment
For LG-made Elite: run Smart Diagnosis for ice maker error codes, test motor harvest cycle manually
The technician identifies the OEM platform from the model number, then follows the parent brand diagnostic procedure. Water inlet valve replacement is the most common fix across all platforms — a 25-30 minute repair once the correct cross-reference part is identified. Optics boards on Whirlpool-made models are cleaned or replaced in 15 minutes. LG-made Craft Ice motor failures require the full LG ice maker assembly swap.
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| Typical repair | $100–$350 |
| Repair time | 1-1.5 hours |
| Warranty | 90 days parts + labor |
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Samsung refrigerator ice maker stopped working entirely at our Mountain View place. Tech diagnosed a frozen fill tube and faulty inlet valve — replaced both parts same-day. Ice is flowing again.
Verified reviews from homeowners across San Francisco and Bay Area
“Sub-Zero 36-inch built-in with a noisy compressor. Compressor mounts were worn causing vibration. Mounts replaced and compressor serviced for $295. Fridge is quiet and cooling perfectly. Sub-Zero expertise is rare and valuable.”
Tammy B.
Refrigerator Repair
Palo Alto, CA
“Our Samsung dishwasher was leaking from the bottom. The technician found a loose hose clamp on the circulation pump. It was a simple fix for $120 — I really appreciated the honesty since they could have sold me a new pump. The dishwasher has been leak-free since. Trustworthy company.”
Yuki N.
Dishwasher Repair
San Mateo, CA
“KitchenAid built-in refrigerator was forming puddles underneath. Clogged defrost drain was sending water out the bottom instead of into the drain pan. The tech cleared the drain, added a drain heater clip to prevent recurrence, and cleaned the drain pan. $175 for a fix that eliminated a really annoying problem.”
Alicia R.
Refrigerator Repair
Palo Alto, CA
“Our LG French door refrigerator stopped cooling overnight. With a fridge full of food, we needed emergency service. The tech came same-day, diagnosed a failed compressor relay, and had it running in under an hour. He also told us about LG's compressor warranty which covered the part. Outstanding service.”
Anthony R.
Refrigerator Repair
Sunnyvale, CA
“Our 20-year-old Sub-Zero had a warm refrigerator section. The tech was clearly experienced with Sub-Zero — he diagnosed a failing evaporator fan and weak door gaskets. Replaced both, cleaned the condenser, and the unit is performing like new. $520 for a repair on a unit worth $15K+ to replace. No-brainer.”
Richard Y.
Refrigerator Repair
Cupertino, CA
“Called EasyBear on a Sunday morning when my Samsung fridge stopped cooling. A technician arrived by early afternoon, diagnosed a failed evaporator fan motor, and had it replaced within 90 minutes. Food saved, stress gone. The $265 was absolutely worth it.”
Karen L.
Refrigerator Repair
San Francisco, CA
“Whirlpool fridge compressor running non-stop. Dirty condenser coils were the culprit. Thorough cleaning for $95 service fee. Compressor now cycles normally and energy bill dropped.”
Dave K.
Refrigerator Repair
Daly City, CA
“The technician arrived within 2 hours of my call and diagnosed the issue immediately — a faulty defrost timer causing ice buildup. He had the part on his truck and fixed it in under an hour. My fridge has been running perfectly for 3 months now. Very reasonable price at $275.”
Sarah M.
Refrigerator Repair
San Francisco, CA
“GE upright freezer was running but not getting below 25°F. The evaporator fan motor was failing. Tech replaced it and also checked the defrost system which was still working fine. $210 total and the freezer is back to 0°F. Saved about $800 in frozen food that would have spoiled. Worth every penny.”
Raymond G.
Freezer Repair
San Francisco, CA
“Our chest freezer stopped freezing and we had hundreds of dollars of meat inside. Called at 8am and the tech arrived by 10:30am. Faulty thermostat was the culprit — replaced in 30 minutes. Saved all our food! Cost was $175. Can't thank them enough for the fast response.”
Amanda J.
Freezer Repair
Concord, CA
“Finding someone experienced with Sub-Zero was tough until I found this company. Our 15-year-old Sub-Zero was running constantly and not cooling. The tech cleaned the condenser, replaced the fan motor, and it's been running like new. Worth every penny of the $450 repair — a new Sub-Zero is $12,000+.”
James C.
Refrigerator Repair
Berkeley, CA
“The notorious Samsung ice maker problem struck our French door fridge. The tech was very familiar with this specific issue, performed the recommended fix including defrosting the evaporator and installing a new ice maker kit. It's been 6 weeks and still working great. $350 well spent.”
Wei Z.
Refrigerator Repair
Cupertino, CA