An ice maker needs three things: water at enough pressure, a freezer cold enough to freeze it and a working mechanism to harvest the cubes. Most repairs fix one of those three. Below are the companies within reach of Ashland, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Ashland, KY
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Ashland. The rest are spread across Huntington (2), South Point (1), and Ceredo (1). Appliance Plus is the nearest, roughly 2.9 miles from Ashland. 4 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 12 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.9, 6.5, 7.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
The leading options for Ashland are Sears Appliance Repair (17.7 miles away, based in Huntington, 4.3 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.5 miles away, based in Grayson, 4.2 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Commercial Refrigeration Service Inc.. (13.7 miles away, based in Huntington, 4.2 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Literal Appliance Repair (29.0 miles away, based in Portsmouth, 4.8 stars from 29 reviews).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Ashland
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice tastes or smells off
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or frigidaire ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Around Ashland
Most ice maker calls in Ashland 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.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Ashland Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Ashland, KY
How much does ice maker repair cost in Ashland?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
Why did my ice maker stop working?
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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 Ashland faster and cheaper.