An ice maker needs three things: water at enough pressure, a freezer cold enough to freeze it and a working mechanism to harvest the cubes. Most repairs fix one of those three. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Franklin and the Sussex County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Franklin, NJ
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Franklin. The rest are spread across Rockaway (3), Dover (3), and Wayne (3). Nearest on the list: Superior Appliance Repair, around 5.2 miles out. 12 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.2, 7.6, 14.6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
Closest matches for Franklin: Sears Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Rockaway, 4.7 stars from 334 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan Marc Appliance (23.6 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); General George Appliance Repair (24.0 miles away, based in Goshen, 5.0 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.2 miles away, based in Parsippany, 4.6 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Franklin
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice tastes or smells off
What Gets Fixed on a Franklin Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or frigidaire ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Before you give up on the ice maker in Franklin, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Franklin, NJ
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 Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Franklin
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Franklin, NJ
Why is my ice maker leaking?
Do you cover Franklin and nearby towns?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
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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.