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. 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 Sanford
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Sanford. 5 of them are based in Sanford itself, and other nearby bases include Deltona (6), Winter Springs (5), and Longwood (4). Distances run up to about 12 miles. None of the repair companies near Sanford name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Nearest on the list: Signature Sanford Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 19 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.4, 1.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
The leading options for Sanford are Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 342 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reliable Appliance Repair Longwood (10.5 miles away, based in Longwood, 4.9 stars from 171 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in Altamonte Springs, 4.6 stars from 223 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lake Mary (5.3 miles away, based in Lake Mary, 4.5 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Frigidaire Ice Maker
How Frigidaire Ice Makers and Freezers Work
On dispenser models the bin uses an auger that can freeze in place when ice melts and refreezes, and a rotated auger has to be realigned in 45-degree steps before the bin will seat. Source: Frigidaire - Refrigerators - No Ice
Common Frigidaire Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- Freezer not freezing. Allow 24 hours to stabilize after install or an outage, confirm power and settings near 0°F, test the door seal with a dollar bill and remove items blocking the vents. Source: Frigidaire - Freezer - Not Freezing or Not Cooling
Reading a Frigidaire Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| PF | Power failure alert after an outage or surge. Source: Frigidaire - Refrigerator Error Codes and Alarms Guide |
| E2 | On a convertible chest freezer, a temperature sensor failure that needs a service technician. Source: Frigidaire - Chest Freezer Use & Care Guide (A31283301en-US) |
Signs Your Frigidaire Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Sanford and freezer repair in Sanford.
Care Frigidaire Recommends
- 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)
- Change the water filter about every six months, then prime and purge the water system after installing a new one. Source: Frigidaire - Refrigerators - No Water
Brand guides: Frigidaire Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check.
What Frigidaire Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Most Frigidaire ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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 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
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Sanford, FL
Most ice maker calls in Sanford 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Sanford
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Sanford, FL
Can the same technician fix my Frigidaire chest or upright freezer?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
How do I find a technician who knows Frigidaire ice makers?
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Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Sanford
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Frigidaire refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.