When an ice maker in Gretna stops producing, the first question is whether water is reaching it, whether the freezer is cold enough and whether the ice maker is switched on. Below are the companies within reach of Gretna, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Gretna
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Gretna. 1 of them are based in Gretna itself, and other nearby bases include Metairie (10), New Orleans (6), and Harahan (4). Distances run up to about 23 miles. Of those, 21 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. CITY WIDE Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Gretna. Rated companies nearby average 3.6 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gretna. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.3, 2.9 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 46 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 22 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 18 |
Closest matches for Gretna: Solar Refrigeration & Appliance Service Inc (7.8 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.4 stars from 2,248 reviews); CITY WIDE Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Broussard Appliance Service (9.7 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); A-Pro Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in Metairie, 5.0 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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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)
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)
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?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
- 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?
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.
What Gretna Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Gretna 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.
Questions to Ask a Gretna Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Gretna, LA
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Do technicians install ice maker kits?
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Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Gretna
Ice Maker Repair Near Gretna
Before you call a Gretna technician, make sure the ice maker is switched on, the bin is seated and the freezer is at 0 degrees or colder. Then check whether the water dispenser still works, which tells you water is reaching the refrigerator.