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 Franklin and the Merrimack County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Franklin
Within 30 miles of Franklin there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Concord (3), Bristol (2), and Tilton (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Nearest on the list: Accurate Appliance Repair & Service, around 3.8 miles out. Of those, 3 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 13 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.8, 6.2, 8.2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 13 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
The leading options for Franklin are Accurate Appliance Repair & Service (3.8 miles away, based in Tilton, 4.8 stars from 42 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.1 miles away, based in Concord, 4.6 stars from 280 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ASAP Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Belmont, 4.3 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Randy's Appliance Repair (22.1 miles away, based in Newbury, 4.7 stars from 29 reviews).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice tastes or smells off
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Franklin
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or ge ice maker not working.
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 Franklin
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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 / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit 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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Franklin, NH
Most ice maker calls in Franklin 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.
New Hampshire has no license for appliance repair as such; fuel gas work, including gas appliance installation and service, is licensed by the Mechanical Safety and Licensing Board, whose licenses are limited to their named specialty. Source: N.H. RSA 153:29 (NH General Court)
In New Hampshire, you can check a license with the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification License Lookup or report a problem to the New Hampshire Department of Justice, Consumer Protection & Antitrust Bureau.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Franklin
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- 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: Franklin, NH
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Ice Maker Repair Near Franklin
Before you call a Franklin 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.