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 Cochituate and the Middlesex County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Cochituate
Within 30 miles of Cochituate there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Framingham (7), Newton (7), and Watertown (3). Distances run up to about 10 miles. 8 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Compass Appliance Repair Wayland Pro is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Cochituate. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cochituate. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.0, 2.3 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
The leading options for Cochituate are Yale Appliance (3.1 miles away, based in Framingham, 4.9 stars from 2,215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (11.9 miles away, based in Cambridge, 4.8 stars from 1,527 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor Corp (8.4 miles away, based in Waltham, 5.0 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Boston Comfort Systems (11.0 miles away, based in West Roxbury, 4.8 stars from 234 reviews).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Cochituate
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice tastes or smells off
What Gets Fixed on a Cochituate Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or samsung ice maker not working.
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)
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)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Cochituate
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$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: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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 Cochituate
Most ice maker calls in Cochituate 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.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Cochituate
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Cochituate, MA
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
How long does a new ice maker take to make ice?
Do you cover Cochituate and nearby towns?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Cochituate
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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 Cochituate technician a trip for parts.