Most Frigidaire ice maker and freezer repairs in Defiance involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Defiance list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Defiance
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Defiance. The rest are spread across Fort Wayne (20), Lima (4), and Toledo (3). Distances run up to about 47 miles. The closest is Vince's TV & Appliances, about 12.3 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Defiance mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Defiance is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Name freezer work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 12.3, 16.8, 17.1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 21 |
The leading options for Defiance are Ace Appliance Sales & Service (44.8 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 982 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC (44.7 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.8 stars from 1,168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.1 miles away, based in Bryan, 4.3 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Sales & Service (44.8 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 4,272 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Frigidaire Ice Maker
What a Frigidaire Technician Deals With
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)
What Frigidaire Says to Check First
- Frost buildup in freezer. Make sure the door shuts completely, the gasket seals and the ice chute flap closes, and that vents aren't blocked. Source: Frigidaire - Refrigerators / Freezer - Frost Build Up
- 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
Frigidaire Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| 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 |
| 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 |
When to Call for Frigidaire Ice Maker Repair
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Defiance and freezer repair in Defiance.
Keeping a Frigidaire Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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)
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:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Frigidaire Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Local Notes for Defiance
Most ice maker calls in Defiance 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Defiance Repair Technician
- How often do you repair Frigidaire ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Defiance, OH
Can the same technician fix my Frigidaire chest or upright freezer?
What should I do about a Frigidaire error code?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Related Repair Pages for Defiance
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Defiance
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Defiance
Frigidaire ice maker and freezer repair for Napoleon, Bryan, and Wauseon is handled by the same companies listed for Defiance. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
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.