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 Murfreesboro, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Murfreesboro, TN
Within 30 miles of Murfreesboro there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 of them are based in Murfreesboro itself, and the rest are spread across Nashville (8), Mt. Juliet (4), and Franklin (4). Distances run up to about 27 miles. 12 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. The 37 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.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 16 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 56 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.0, 1.2 |
The leading options for Murfreesboro are Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 348 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr Boro Appliance (1.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smyrna Fix-It-Right Appliance Repair Service (11.3 miles away, based in Smyrna, 4.8 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tn Appliance Exchange LLC (18.0 miles away, based in Antioch, 4.5 stars from 1,099 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice tastes or smells off
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
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 Murfreesboro. Freezer repair in Murfreesboro.
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Murfreesboro
Before you give up on the ice maker in Murfreesboro, 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?
- 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?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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 Murfreesboro
Most ice maker calls in Murfreesboro 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 Murfreesboro
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Murfreesboro, TN
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Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Murfreesboro
Ice Maker Repair Near Murfreesboro
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 Murfreesboro technician a trip for parts.