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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Hilo and the Hawaii County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Hilo, HI
Within 60 miles of Hilo there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Hilo itself, and the rest are spread across Kailua-Kona (4), Pāhoa (2), and Kurtistown (1). Distances run up to about 60 miles. 4 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Express Hilo/Puna, around 1.4 miles out. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Hilo is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hilo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.6, 2.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 12 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
At the top of the Hilo list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.4 stars from 712 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Repair & Services LLC (16.8 miles away, based in Pāhoa, 5.0 stars from 25 reviews); Enterprises Appliance (9.1 miles away, based in Kurtistown, 2.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hakoda's Builders Appliance (59.5 miles away, based in Kailua-Kona, 4.5 stars from 30 reviews).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Hilo
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Hilo Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or ge ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
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)
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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 ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Hilo
Most ice maker calls in Hilo 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
Hiring a Repair Company in Hilo
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Hilo, HI
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Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Hilo
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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 Hilo technician a trip for parts.