Most Frigidaire ice maker and freezer repairs in Sterling involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. 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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Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Sterling
40 repair companies serve Sterling from within 60 miles. 2 of them are based in Sterling itself, and other nearby bases include Freeport (6), Rockford (6), and Bettendorf (3). None of the repair companies near Sterling name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Johnson Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Sterling. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Sterling is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 2.3, 11.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
At the top of the Sterling list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 3.3 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A B Appliance Services & Repair (34.5 miles away, based in Freeport, 4.7 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (45.3 miles away, based in Moline, 4.0 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (43.2 miles away, based in Rockford, 4.3 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Frigidaire ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker and dual ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include French door refrigerator, chest freezer, convertible chest freezer (freezer or refrigerator mode), and top-freezer refrigerator.
Know Your Frigidaire Ice Maker
What Makes Frigidaire Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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 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?
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 |
| E2 | On a convertible chest freezer, a temperature sensor failure that needs a service technician. Source: Frigidaire - Chest Freezer Use & Care Guide (A31283301en-US) |
Frigidaire Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Sterling and freezer repair in Sterling.
Keeping a Frigidaire Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
Most Frigidaire ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Sterling, IL
Most ice maker calls in Sterling 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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Before You Book in Sterling
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- How often do you repair Frigidaire ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Sterling, IL
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Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Sterling
Live outside Sterling? The same Frigidaire ice maker and freezer repair technicians serve Rock Falls. See each town's own freezer repair listings below.
Write down any code or light your Frigidaire display shows and when it appears. It helps a Sterling technician bring the right parts.