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 Kingston and the Washington County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Kingston, RI
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kingston. Other nearby bases include Providence (9), Westerly (5), and Warwick (5). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Foreman's Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Kingston. 8 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 6.8, 7.3 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
At the top of the Kingston list: Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (21.2 miles away, based in Cranston, 4.9 stars from 1,254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (7.6 miles away, based in North Kingstown, 4.9 stars from 2,266 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Keith's Appliances (24.2 miles away, based in Mystic, 4.9 stars from 1,021 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wickford Appliance Sales & Service (28.3 miles away, based in Pawtucket, 4.9 stars from 1,432 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
What Gets Fixed on a Kingston Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or samsung 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)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
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?
- 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?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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 Kingston
Most ice maker calls in Kingston 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.
Rhode Island does not issue a license named for appliance repair, but its Department of Labor and Training licenses pipefitters and refrigeration technicians, including a limited natural gas service license that covers servicing gas-fueled appliances. Source: Bureau of Pipefitters, Refrigeration Technicians, Sprinklerfitters, Sheet Metal Workers and Oil Heat Contractors (260-RICR-30-15-2)
In Rhode Island, you can check a license with the Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board: Search a Registrant/Licensee or report a problem to the Rhode Island Attorney General, Consumer Protection Unit.
Hiring a Repair Company in Kingston
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Kingston, RI
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Ice Maker Repair Near Kingston
A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Kingston faster and cheaper.