Frigidaire owners in Evanston usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Evanston, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Evanston
40 repair companies serve Evanston from within 30 miles. 10 list an address in Evanston, and the rest are spread across Skokie (8), Chicago (8), and Lincolnwood (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Frigidaire by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. The closest is Golas Appliance Services, about 0.5 miles away. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Evanston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 52 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 18 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.5, 0.7 |
First up for Evanston: Whirlpool Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 1.4 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Appliance Repair & Service (5.3 miles away, based in Winnetka, 5.0 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sure Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Frigidaire ice maker you have before you call: Frigidaire sells dual ice maker and in-freezer ice maker.
Frigidaire Ice and Freezer Features
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
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
Frigidaire Symptoms and First Checks
- Freezer alarm sounding. The buzzer means the inside has warmed past 20°F, so check that the freezer is level and the door closes and seals, and keep it shut while it recovers. Source: Frigidaire - What does the alarm or "buzzer sound" mean?
- Ice maker making too little ice. Frigidaire says a typical ice maker makes about 2 to 3 pounds a day, so check for a freezer set too warm, an old filter or a kinked supply line. Source: Frigidaire - What should I do if my ice maker is not making enough ice in my refrigerator?
What Frigidaire Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| 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 |
| 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 |
Signs Your Frigidaire Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice tastes or smells off
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Evanston and freezer repair in Evanston.
Care Frigidaire Recommends
- 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
- 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?
Brand guides: Frigidaire Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check.
Frigidaire Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Frigidaire refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around Evanston
Most ice maker calls in Evanston 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.
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Hiring a Repair Company in Evanston
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Evanston, IL
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Do you repair Frigidaire standalone freezers too?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Evanston, IL
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Evanston
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.