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. Below are the companies within reach of Franklin, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Franklin
Within 30 miles of Franklin there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in Franklin, and the rest are spread across Nashville (22), Brentwood (3), and Spring Hill (3). Nearest on the list: Franklin Affordable Appliance Repair Tech, around 0.8 miles out. Of those, 9 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 16 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.9, 2.1 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
The leading options for Franklin are Tn Appliance Exchange LLC (13.0 miles away, based in Antioch, 4.5 stars from 1,099 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Nashville (18.7 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.8 stars from 976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix-It-Right Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Brentwood, 4.6 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.7 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.5 stars from 406 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Franklin
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water Lines and Leaks
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
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Franklin
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Franklin
Most ice maker calls in Franklin 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).
Before You Book in Franklin
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Franklin, TN
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Before you call a Franklin technician, make sure the ice maker is switched on, the bin is seated and the freezer is at 0 degrees or colder. Then check whether the water dispenser still works, which tells you water is reaching the refrigerator.