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 Nicholasville and the Jessamine County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Nicholasville, KY
Within 30 miles of Nicholasville there are 29 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Nicholasville itself, and the rest are spread across Lexington (9), Danville (5), and Frankfort (4). Nearest on the list: Family First Appliance Repair And Installation, around 0.4 miles out. Of those, 13 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 29 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 6.4, 7.9 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 29 |
At the top of the Nicholasville list: Mr. Appliance of Lexington KY (9.0 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.9 stars from 2,215 reviews); EJ's Appliance Repair (22.3 miles away, based in Winchester, 4.8 stars from 617 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.5 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.4 miles away, based in Versailles, 4.6 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Nicholasville
Most ice maker calls in Nicholasville 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.
Before You Book in Nicholasville
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Nicholasville, KY
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which areas near Nicholasville do these technicians cover?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Nicholasville
Ice Maker Repair Near Nicholasville
A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Nicholasville faster and cheaper.