When an ice maker in Elizabethton stops producing, the first question is whether water is reaching it, whether the freezer is cold enough and whether the ice maker is switched on. Below are the companies within reach of Elizabethton, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Elizabethton, TN
18 repair companies serve Elizabethton from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Elizabethton itself, and other nearby bases include Johnson City (4), Bristol (3), and Kingsport (3). Distances run up to about 29 miles. 6 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The closest is Brad's fireside repairs, about 4.3 miles away. Across 18 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Elizabethton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.3, 5.6, 7.8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 18 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
First up for Elizabethton: Sears Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (14.1 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (21.0 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Real-Time Appliance Repairs (10.9 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
If the freezer itself is running warm, fix that first; an ice maker will not harvest until its mold is cold enough. See freezer repair for Elizabethton. Freezer repair in Elizabethton.
Troubleshooting first? See ge ice maker not working or samsung ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Before you give up on the ice maker in Elizabethton, 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?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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 Elizabethton Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Elizabethton 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
Questions to Ask a Elizabethton Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Elizabethton, TN
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Elizabethton
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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 Elizabethton faster and cheaper.