If your Frigidaire ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Pontiac, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Frigidaire Ice Makers Near Pontiac
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Pontiac. Other nearby bases include Bloomington (13), Normal (2), and Ottawa (2). Dave's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 12.2 miles from Pontiac. No company within 60 miles of Pontiac names Frigidaire in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 34 businesses. Pontiac is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 12.2, 30.1, 30.4 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
Closest matches for Pontiac: Whirlpool Appliance Repair (85.3 miles away, based in Chicago, 1.4 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.3 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.6 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Bloomington (33.1 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.7 stars from 733 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Purcell Appliance Center (47.8 miles away, based in Rantoul, 4.9 stars from 282 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Ice and Freezer Designs
Frigidaire ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice maker and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
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
Frigidaire's convertible chest freezers are manual defrost and drain through drain plugs, and the manual lists an E2 display code as a temperature sensor failure that needs service. Source: Frigidaire - Chest Freezer Use & Care Guide (A31283301en-US)
Common Frigidaire Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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?
- 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
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 |
When to Call for Frigidaire Ice Maker Repair
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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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.
Frigidaire Repair Cost Ranges
Most Frigidaire ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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.
What to Have Ready for a Frigidaire Call
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
Local Notes for Pontiac
Most ice maker calls in Pontiac 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 Pontiac
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Pontiac, IL
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
How do I reset my ice maker?
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Write down any code or light your Frigidaire display shows and when it appears. It helps a Pontiac technician bring the right parts.