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 Fountain, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Fountain
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fountain. The rest are spread across Colorado Springs (32), Pueblo (5), and Manitou Springs (2). 13 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Larry's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.8 miles from Fountain. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fountain. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 43 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 9.8, 10.1 |
First up for Fountain: Mr. Appliance of the Front Range (16.1 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.9 stars from 1,710 reviews); NG refrigeration service (12.4 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.9 stars from 228 reviews, lists Saturday hours); D3/A-OK Appliance Service, Inc. (11.2 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.7 stars from 4,697 reviews); Alpha Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 5.0 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Fountain
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Fountain
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 Fountain. Freezer repair in Fountain.
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
Use copper or PEX tubing for the ice maker connection; polyethylene tubing and piercing-type or small saddle valves are not recommended because they restrict flow and clog more easily. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Fountain
Before you give up on the ice maker in Fountain, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Fountain, CO
Most ice maker calls in Fountain 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.
Colorado's Division of Professions and Occupations has no appliance repair license; its trade licenses cover plumbing and electrical work. Source: Occupational Professions (Colorado DORA Division of Professions and Occupations)
In Colorado, you can check a license with the Colorado DORA License Lookup or report a problem to the Colorado Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Fountain Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Fountain, CO
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A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Fountain faster and cheaper.