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 Covington and the St. Tammany County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Covington, LA
We found 21 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Covington. 1 of them are based in Covington itself, and the rest are spread across Slidell (7), Mandeville (3), and Hammond (3). Distances run up to about 29 miles. 6 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: AAA-1 Appliance Repair Services, around 2.7 miles out. The 20 rated companies in range average 4.3 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 | 5 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 21 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.7, 6.2, 7.3 |
The leading options for Covington are 1st Call Appliance Tech (9.0 miles away, based in Mandeville, 4.8 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Mandeville, 4.3 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.7 miles away, based in Hammond, 4.4 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.3 miles away, based in Picayune, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Covington Ice Maker Call
An ice maker is only as good as the freezer around it. When food is soft too, the repair is a freezer repair. Freezer repair in Covington.
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
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)
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
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Covington
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?
- Water inlet valve: $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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Covington, LA
Most ice maker calls in Covington 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Covington
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Covington, LA
What does an ice maker repair usually cost?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Covington
Ice Maker Repair Near Covington
A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Covington faster and cheaper.