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 Grosse Pointe Woods and the Wayne County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Grosse Pointe Woods
40 repair companies serve Grosse Pointe Woods from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Warren (5), Detroit (5), and Clinton Township (5). The closest is B & Z Service Company, LLC, about 1.9 miles away. 14 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Grosse Pointe Woods. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 2.1, 3.4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 16 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
The leading options for Grosse Pointe Woods are A & E Appliance Repair, Parts & Service (4.6 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.6 stars from 1,415 reviews); Detroit Appliance (6.8 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AJ's Appliance Repair & HVAC (8.3 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.6 stars from 1,181 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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 Grosse Pointe Woods.
Troubleshooting first? See ge ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
Use copper or PEX tubing for the ice maker connection; polyethylene tubing and piercing-type or small saddle valves are not recommended because they restrict flow and clog more easily. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Before you give up on the ice maker in Grosse Pointe Woods, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Grosse Pointe Woods
Most ice maker calls in Grosse Pointe Woods 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Grosse Pointe Woods Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Why did my ice maker stop working?
What does an ice maker repair usually cost?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Grosse Pointe Woods
Ice Maker Repair Near Grosse Pointe Woods
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 Grosse Pointe Woods technician a trip for parts.