Frigidaire owners in Spencer usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Frigidaire and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent Frigidaire Ice Maker Technicians, Spencer IA
Our data shows 11 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Spencer. 1 of them are based in Spencer itself, and other nearby bases include Algona (2), Spirit Lake (1), and Estherville (1). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Galbraith Appliance Repair. is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Spencer. None of the repair companies near Spencer name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 10 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Spencer is inside its regular service area.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 2 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 18.7, 23.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
Closest matches for Spencer: Galbraith Appliance Repair. (0.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 16 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (49.6 miles away, based in Fairmont, 4.7 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.4 miles away, based in Algona, 4.4 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Heartland Appliance And Repair (44.8 miles away, based in George, 4.3 stars from 74 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Frigidaire Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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
- 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
What Frigidaire Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| E2 | On a convertible chest freezer, a temperature sensor failure that needs a service technician. Source: Frigidaire - Chest Freezer Use & Care Guide (A31283301en-US) |
| 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 |
Frigidaire Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Spencer and freezer repair in Spencer.
Keeping a Frigidaire Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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?
- 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
A Frigidaire ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Spencer, IA
Most ice maker calls in Spencer 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Spencer
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Spencer, IA
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Should I repair or replace my Frigidaire refrigerator?
How do I find a technician who knows Frigidaire ice makers?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Spencer, IA
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Spencer
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Spencer technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Frigidaire ice maker itself.