Most Frigidaire ice maker and freezer repairs in Reston involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Reston, with those that mention Frigidaire first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Who Works on Frigidaire Ice Makers Near Reston
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Reston. 3 list an address in Reston, and the rest are spread across Fairfax (10), Herndon (7), and Sterling (6). None of the repair companies near Reston name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. TrueCare Reston Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Reston. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Reston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.2, 2.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 52 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Reston list: Herndon Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPRO Appliance (5.7 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (7.6 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Foremost Repairs, Inc. (6.8 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.6 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Frigidaire Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
Common Frigidaire Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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?
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 |
| 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) |
Frigidaire Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Compressor hums but will not start
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Reston and freezer repair in Reston.
Care Frigidaire Recommends
- 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
- 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
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?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around Reston
Most ice maker calls in Reston 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Reston
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Reston, VA
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Reston technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Frigidaire ice maker itself.