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 Lewiston and the Androscoggin County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Lewiston
Our data shows 20 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Lewiston. Other nearby bases include Portland (5), Auburn (3), and Turner (1). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. 5 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The closest is The Appliance Guys, about 2.4 miles away. Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Lewiston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 20 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.4, 3.5, 4.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
Closest matches for Lewiston: Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.4 stars from 522 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (32.3 miles away, based in South Portland, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); McLaughlin Appliance Sales, Service & Parts (34.6 miles away, based in Scarborough, 4.3 stars from 51 reviews); The Appliance Guys (2.4 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.6 stars from 365 reviews).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice tastes or smells off
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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 Lewiston. Freezer repair in Lewiston.
Troubleshooting first? See ge ice maker not working or lg ice maker not working.
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)
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)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Before you give up on the ice maker in Lewiston, 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?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Lewiston
Most ice maker calls in Lewiston 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.
Questions to Ask a Lewiston Repair Technician
- 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?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Lewiston, ME
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
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Before you call a Lewiston 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.