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 Augusta, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Augusta, ME
Our data shows 23 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Augusta. Other nearby bases include Portland (5), Auburn (3), and Bangor (2). The closest is Thermador Group, about 1.7 miles away. Of those, 6 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 23 businesses. Augusta is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Augusta. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 16.8, 23.4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 23 |
Closest matches for Augusta: Sears Appliance Repair (28.3 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.4 stars from 522 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (56.4 miles away, based in South Portland, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.8 miles away, based in Waterville, 4.5 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Thermador Group (1.7 miles away, based in Chelsea, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Augusta
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice tastes or smells off
What Gets Fixed on a Augusta Ice Maker Call
An ice maker is only as good as the freezer around it. When food is soft too, the repair is a freezer repair. Freezer repair in Augusta.
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Before You Work Near the Water Line
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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 repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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.
Around Augusta
Most ice maker calls in Augusta 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Augusta
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Augusta, ME
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
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Before you call a Augusta 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.