A Frigidaire 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. Below are independent repair companies serving Lakeside, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Lakeside
Within 30 miles of Lakeside there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Lakeside, and other nearby bases include El Cajon (23), La Mesa (8), and San Diego (3). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. The closest is Rapid Lakeside Appliance Repair, about 1.1 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Lakeside mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lakeside. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.5, 3.5 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
Closest matches for Lakeside: Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in El Cajon, 4.7 stars from 520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Refrigerator Repair (4.9 miles away, based in El Cajon, 4.9 stars from 16 reviews); SmartFix Appliances (9.2 miles away, based in San Diego, 4.8 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Premier Appliance Repair El Cajon CA (5.0 miles away, based in El Cajon, 4.8 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Frigidaire Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Frigidaire ice maker you have before you call: Frigidaire sells dual ice maker and in-freezer ice maker. Freezer styles include upright freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, convertible chest freezer (freezer or refrigerator mode), and chest freezer.
Know Your Frigidaire Ice Maker
How Frigidaire Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Frigidaire refrigerators run a defrost cycle where a defrost heater melts frost off the evaporator and the water drips to a drain pan. Source: Frigidaire - Refrigerators Noise Guide
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- Ice maker not making ice. On a new install, confirm the ice maker is turned on and the water line is primed, and allow up to 24 hours after the unit cools before expecting ice. Source: Frigidaire - My refrigerator was just installed and the ice maker is not working, how do I fix it?
- Ice maker leaking. Pull the unit out and check the water connections and valve at the back for moisture, then make sure the water filter is seated and not cracked. Source: Frigidaire - Refrigerator Water Leaks
Frigidaire Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| PF | Power failure alert after an outage or surge. Source: Frigidaire - Refrigerator Error Codes and Alarms Guide |
| 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 |
Signs Your Frigidaire Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Lakeside
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Lakeside and freezer repair in Lakeside.
Owner Care for Frigidaire Ice Makers
- An ice maker that is shipped on but can't be connected to water should be turned off to stop the fill valve from chattering. Source: Frigidaire - My refrigerator was just installed and the ice maker is not working, how do I fix it?
- 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)
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:
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
What Lakeside Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Lakeside 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).
Questions to Ask a Lakeside Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Lakeside, CA
What causes heavy frost buildup?
What should I do about a Frigidaire error code?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Do you repair Frigidaire standalone freezers too?
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Write down any code or light your Frigidaire display shows and when it appears. It helps a Lakeside technician bring the right parts.