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 Westwego and the Jefferson County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Westwego
Within 30 miles of Westwego there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Metairie (10), New Orleans (6), and Harahan (4). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. Of those, 21 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The closest is A & R Appliance Repair Inc, about 1.5 miles away. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.6 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 2.0, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 21 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 44 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 17 |
At the top of the Westwego list: Solar Refrigeration & Appliance Service Inc (5.0 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.4 stars from 2,248 reviews); Broussard Appliance Service (7.7 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); CITY WIDE Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Gretna, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-Pro Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Metairie, 5.0 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
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 Westwego. Freezer repair in Westwego.
Troubleshooting first? See ge ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- 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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Westwego, LA
Most ice maker calls in Westwego 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 Westwego Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Westwego, LA
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Why did my ice maker stop working?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Westwego
Ice Maker Repair in Nearby Cities
Before you call a Westwego 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.