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 Ridgeland, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Ridgeland, MS
Within 30 miles of Ridgeland there are 37 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Ridgeland, and other nearby bases include Jackson (20), Brandon (6), and Pearl (4). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. Nearest on the list: Appliances Specialists., around 0.3 miles out. 4 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ridgeland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.8, 2.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
The leading options for Ridgeland are Mr. Appliance of Madison (2.2 miles away, based in Madison, 4.5 stars from 179 reviews); Davis Refrigeration and Electrical Inc (2.8 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.1 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fixit Refrigeration & Appliance Inc (10.3 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.8 stars from 6 reviews).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Ridgeland
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Water Lines and Leaks
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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 Ridgeland
Before you give up on the ice maker in Ridgeland, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Ridgeland, MS
Most ice maker calls in Ridgeland 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.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Ridgeland
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Ridgeland, MS
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
Do you cover Ridgeland and nearby towns?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
How much does ice maker repair cost in Ridgeland?
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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 Ridgeland technician a trip for parts.