Door-mounted ice makers on French door refrigerators work differently from the classic ice maker in the freezer, and they freeze up for different reasons. Below are the companies within reach of Pocahontas, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Pocahontas
Our data shows 14 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Pocahontas. The rest are spread across Batesville (4), Paragould (2), and Jonesboro (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Of those, 8 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Nearest on the list: Emergency Appliance Repair in Paragould, around 30.3 miles out. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Pocahontas is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pocahontas. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 30.3, 31.2, 34.6 |
At the top of the Pocahontas list: Mr. Appliance of Poplar Bluff, Cape Girardeau and Farmington (47.0 miles away, based in Poplar Bluff, 4.9 stars from 551 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (46.7 miles away, based in Poplar Bluff, 4.4 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.6 miles away, based in Jonesboro, 4.5 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (59.6 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
If the freezer itself is running warm, fix that first; an ice maker will not harvest until its mold is cold enough. See freezer repair for Pocahontas. Freezer repair in Pocahontas.
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or lg ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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 ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Pocahontas
Most ice maker calls in Pocahontas 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.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. ยง 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Pocahontas Repair Technician
- 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?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Pocahontas, AR
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Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Pocahontas
Ice Maker Repair in Nearby Cities
Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section and note whether the ice maker is in the door or the freezer. It saves a Pocahontas technician a trip for parts.