A Frigidaire ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. The Forest Acres list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Frigidaire. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Frigidaire ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Forest Acres
We found 28 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Forest Acres. The rest are spread across Columbia (16), Lexington (3), and West Columbia (2). No company within 90 miles of Forest Acres mentions Frigidaire by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.4 miles from Forest Acres. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 24 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Forest Acres. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.4, 2.6, 2.9 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 28 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
First up for Forest Acres: Appliance Professional (11.5 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.8 stars from 1,369 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick Appliance repair llc (7.8 miles away, based in Columbia, 5.0 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sloan Appliance Service Inc. (6.3 miles away, based in Cayce, 4.7 stars from 2,353 reviews); Expo Appliance Service (11.8 miles away, based in West Columbia, 4.9 stars from 309 reviews).
Know Your Frigidaire Ice Maker
What Makes Frigidaire Ice Maker Repairs Different
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 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
- 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
Reading a Frigidaire Error Code
| 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 |
| E2 | On a convertible chest freezer, a temperature sensor failure that needs a service technician. Source: Frigidaire - Chest Freezer Use & Care Guide (A31283301en-US) |
| 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 will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice tastes or smells off
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Forest Acres
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Forest Acres and freezer repair in Forest Acres.
Keeping a Frigidaire Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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)
- 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:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 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?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour 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.
What to Have Ready for a Frigidaire Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
What Forest Acres Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Forest Acres 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
Before You Book in Forest Acres
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Forest Acres, SC
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is my Frigidaire refrigerator showing a code?
Should I repair or replace my Frigidaire refrigerator?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Forest Acres
More Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Pages Nearby
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.