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. The New Orleans list below starts with companies that show ice maker or refrigerator work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near New Orleans
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of New Orleans. 6 list an address in New Orleans, and the rest are spread across Metairie (10), Slidell (7), and Harahan (4). The closest is Washing Machine Repair | Refrigerator Repair, about 7.9 miles away. 19 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.7 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 23 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.9, 8.6, 8.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
At the top of the New Orleans list: Solar Refrigeration & Appliance Service Inc (15.1 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.4 stars from 2,248 reviews); Broussard Appliance Service (14.1 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); CITY WIDE Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Gretna, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.2 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.4 stars from 526 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice tastes or smells off
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
If the freezer itself is running warm, fix that first; an ice maker will not harvest until its mold is cold enough. See freezer repair for New Orleans. Freezer repair in New Orleans.
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or lg ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
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?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- 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?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What New Orleans Owners Should Know
The city's Historic District Landmarks Commission oversees local historic districts including the Garden District, Esplanade Ridge, St. Charles, Uptown, Faubourg Marigny and Carrollton. Source: HDLC - Historic Landmarks, Districts & Map - City of New Orleans
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.
Before You Book in New Orleans
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: New Orleans, LA
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Why is my ice maker leaking?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in New Orleans
More Ice Maker Repair Pages Nearby
A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in New Orleans faster and cheaper.