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 Riverview, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Riverview
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Riverview. 1 list an address in Riverview, and the rest are spread across Detroit (9), Livonia (7), and Lincoln Park (3). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. Richard Brothers Appliance. is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Riverview. 8 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.4, 1.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Riverview are Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (17.2 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Samco Facilities Maintenance (16.3 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.9 stars from 255 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Lincoln Park, 4.6 stars from 271 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.2 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.6 stars from 258 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Riverview
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Riverview
Most ice maker calls in Riverview 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Riverview
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Riverview, MI
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Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Riverview
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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 Riverview technician a trip for parts.