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 Lenoir City and the Loudon County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Lenoir City
Our data shows 34 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lenoir City. 3 of them are based in Lenoir City itself, and other nearby bases include Knoxville (19), Harriman (3), and Maryville (3). 12 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Complete Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 4.0 miles from Lenoir City. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lenoir City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.0, 4.0, 6.4 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 34 |
At the top of the Lenoir City list: Mr. Appliance of Knoxville (13.8 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.6 stars from 1,973 reviews); Eleet Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, 4.8 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Real Time Appliance Repairs llc (19.2 miles away, based in Maryville, 4.5 stars from 301 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pattersons Home Appliances (15.8 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.5 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What Gets Fixed on a Lenoir City Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or ge ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Lenoir City
Before you give up on the ice maker in Lenoir City, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Lenoir City
Most ice maker calls in Lenoir City 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).
Hiring a Repair Company in Lenoir City
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Lenoir City, TN
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Are you affiliated with any refrigerator brand?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Lenoir City
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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 Lenoir City technician a trip for parts.