Kenmore Refrigerator Repair – Malvern, OH (106.56872602)

A Kenmore refrigerator at a rental property on Canton Road NW in Malvern, OH was experiencing excessive frost buildup in the freezer compartment. Our diagnosis revealed a failed defrost thermostat that needed replacement.

The Problem

The tenant reported that the freezer keeps frosting up, creating ice buildup that interfered with normal operation.

Diagnosis

The defrost thermostat was bad and needed replacement. We found evidence that it had been replaced before with a GE part, even though this Kenmore refrigerator was built by Whirlpool and requires the correct OEM specification.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: WPW10225581 — bimetal defrost thermostat
• Work performed: Replaced defrost thermostat with new OEM part
• Result: Fridge was disassembled and defrosted by tenant, so unable to guarantee that there is no other issue. Warranty applies to part that was replaced in today’s visit.

Is It Worth Repairing?

This Kenmore refrigerator, built by Whirlpool, represents solid construction that typically justifies repair when individual components fail. Defrost system issues like a bad thermostat are common and cost-effective to fix compared to full appliance replacement.

Maintenance Tips for Kenmore Refrigerators

• Check door seals regularly on Kenmore units to prevent warm air infiltration that overworks the defrost system
• Keep vents clear inside the freezer compartment to maintain proper airflow for the defrost cycle
• Monitor frost buildup patterns — excessive ice can indicate defrost component issues before complete failure

Appliance Repair in Malvern, OH

Malvern is in Carroll County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve Carrollton, Salem, and Minerva. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your refrigerator needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Carroll County and surrounding areas.