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. Below are the companies within reach of Plaquemine, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Plaquemine
22 repair companies serve Plaquemine from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Baton Rouge (10), Denham Springs (4), and St Amant (3). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Nearest on the list: Local Appliance Repair Solutions, around 8.5 miles out. 6 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 21 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Plaquemine. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.5, 11.7, 11.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
First up for Plaquemine: Sears Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in Baton Rouge, 4.5 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Baton Rouge, 4.5 stars from 175 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Acadian Appliance Service (22.4 miles away, based in St Amant, 4.6 stars from 88 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (20.2 miles away, based in Gonzales, 4.5 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Plaquemine
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What Gets Fixed on a Plaquemine Ice Maker Call
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 Plaquemine. Freezer repair in Plaquemine.
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Before you give up on the ice maker in Plaquemine, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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 waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
Local Notes for Plaquemine
Most ice maker calls in Plaquemine 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Plaquemine
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Plaquemine, LA
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Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Plaquemine
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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 Plaquemine technician a trip for parts.