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 Inwood, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Inwood, NY
40 repair companies serve Inwood from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Inwood itself, and the rest are spread across Valley Stream (7), Oceanside (3), and Jamaica (2). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. Nearest on the list: Dependable Home Appliance Inc, around 0.4 miles out. 12 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.5, 1.1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 23 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 22 |
The leading options for Inwood are Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, based in Rosedale, 4.5 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Appliance Repair Long Island NY (3.7 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (6.3 miles away, based in West Hempstead, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); Dr. Appliance Repair Pro LLC (3.7 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or frigidaire ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
What Inwood Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Inwood 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 York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Inwood
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Inwood, NY
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Do you cover Inwood and nearby towns?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Inwood
Ice Maker Repair Near Inwood
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 Inwood technician a trip for parts.