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 Franklin and the Simpson County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Franklin, KY
Within 30 miles of Franklin there are 26 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Franklin itself, and the rest are spread across Bowling Green (6), Hendersonville (6), and Springfield (4). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. The closest is Steve's Electric Service & Appliance Repair, about 1.3 miles away. 7 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 26 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 8.4, 9.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
The leading options for Franklin are Mr. Appliance of Bowling Green and South Central KY (16.9 miles away, based in Bowling Green, 4.9 stars from 362 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Hendersonville - Mt. Juliet (29.0 miles away, based in Hendersonville, 4.9 stars from 616 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.5 miles away, based in Bowling Green, 4.4 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Magically Repaired (8.4 miles away, based in Woodburn, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Franklin
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice tastes or smells off
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or frigidaire ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Before you give up on the ice maker in Franklin, 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 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?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Franklin
Most ice maker calls in Franklin 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Franklin
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Franklin, KY
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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 Franklin technician a trip for parts.