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 Hood River and the Hood River County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Hood River
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Hood River. 1 list an address in Hood River, and the rest are spread across Vancouver (10), Gresham (5), and Camas (4). 10 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars. Hood River is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hood River. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 16.4, 18.4 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Hood River: Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.3 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.4 miles away, based in The Dalles, 4.7 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 5 Star In Home Services (47.1 miles away, based in Vancouver, 5.0 stars from 1,466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pacific Appliance Solutions (46.2 miles away, based in Camas, 4.9 stars from 574 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Hood River
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
What Gets Fixed on a Hood River Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See ge ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Before you give up on the ice maker in Hood River, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Hood River, OR
Most ice maker calls in Hood River 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.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Hood River
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Hood River, OR
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Hood River
Ice Maker Repair Near Hood River
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 Hood River technician a trip for parts.