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 Carnegie, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Carnegie, PA
Within 30 miles of Carnegie there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Carnegie, and the rest are spread across Pittsburgh (19), Coraopolis (3), and Castle Shannon (1). Nearest on the list: Fresh Carnegie Appliance Repair, around 0.1 miles out. 6 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.3 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 1.5, 2.2 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Carnegie list: PowerFix Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 5.0 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G&D Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Avalon, 4.8 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fix Experts (4.4 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.9 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Pittsburgh, Moon and South Hills (8.0 miles away, based in Moon Township, 4.5 stars from 418 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What Gets Fixed on a Carnegie Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Carnegie
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
- 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.
Around Carnegie
Most ice maker calls in Carnegie 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Questions to Ask a Carnegie Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Carnegie, PA
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
How much does ice maker repair cost in Carnegie?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Why is my ice maker leaking?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Carnegie
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A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Carnegie faster and cheaper.