Most Frigidaire ice maker and freezer repairs in Alum Rock involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Frigidaire and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Frigidaire, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Frigidaire Ice Makers Near Alum Rock
Within 30 miles of Alum Rock there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include San Jose (32) and Milpitas (8). Distances run up to about 7 miles. None of the repair companies near Alum Rock name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is San Jose Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Alum Rock. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.6, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 51 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
Closest matches for Alum Rock: Speedy Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Milpitas, 4.9 stars from 151 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.4 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.3 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Milpitas, 4.3 stars from 79 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Frigidaire Ice Maker
How Frigidaire Ice Makers and Freezers Work
An electric water valve opens to fill the ice maker, and a solenoid opens and closes the ice chute door during dispensing. Source: Frigidaire - Refrigerators Noise Guide
Air left in a newly connected water line can cause two or three empty ice cycles, and running the ice maker with no water supply can make the fill valve chatter loudly. Source: Frigidaire - My refrigerator was just installed and the ice maker is not working, how do I fix it?
Frigidaire Symptoms and First Checks
- Freezer too cold. Turn the freezer control to a warmer setting, keep food from touching the vents and give it 24 hours to settle. Source: Frigidaire - Freezer Too Cold
- Ice dispenser not working. Check that the display lock is off, both doors are fully closed and the auger is not frozen, and remove the bin to clear any ice jammed between the ice maker and bin. Source: Frigidaire - Refrigerators - No Ice
Reading a Frigidaire Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E2 | On a convertible chest freezer, a temperature sensor failure that needs a service technician. Source: Frigidaire - Chest Freezer Use & Care Guide (A31283301en-US) |
| H / HI | High-temperature alarm: the freezer or fresh food section has been too warm for over an hour, often because a door was left open. Source: Frigidaire - Refrigerator Error Codes and Alarms Guide |
| DI SP / DISP | Ice is jammed in the dispenser chute; clear it, then empty, clean and dry the ice bin before putting it back. Source: Frigidaire - Refrigerator Error Codes and Alarms Guide |
When to Call for Frigidaire Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Alum Rock
Not sure it is a Frigidaire problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Alum Rock and freezer repair in Alum Rock.
Owner Care for Frigidaire Ice Makers
- Defrost a manual-defrost chest freezer once frost reaches about 1/4 to 1/2 inch, unplugging it first and using a plastic scraper rather than metal tools. Source: Frigidaire - Chest Freezer Use & Care Guide (A31283301en-US)
- Frigidaire's factory settings are 37°F for the fresh food section and 0°F for the freezer, with an acceptable freezer range of about -6°F to 6°F. Source: Frigidaire - Freezer - Not Freezing or Not Cooling
Brand guides: Frigidaire Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check.
What Frigidaire Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the water dispenser still works
What Alum Rock Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Alum Rock 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Before You Book in Alum Rock
- How often do you repair Frigidaire ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Alum Rock, CA
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Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Also Serving Towns Around Alum Rock
Frigidaire ice maker and freezer repair for East Foothills is handled by the same companies listed for Alum Rock. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Alum Rock technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Frigidaire ice maker itself.