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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice makers and refrigerators at the top.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Gonzales
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Gonzales. 1 of them are based in Gonzales itself, and other nearby bases include San Marcos (9), Seguin (6), and Kyle (6). Distances run up to about 44 miles. 11 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The closest is Apache Appliance Repair, about 9.9 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 29 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Gonzales is inside its regular service area.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.9, 23.6, 28.2 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
First up for Gonzales: Apache Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, 4.1 stars from 28 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Comal & Guadalupe (44.7 miles away, based in New Braunfels, 4.8 stars from 1,033 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.1 miles away, based in Seguin, 4.5 stars from 200 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (41.8 miles away, based in Bastrop, 4.3 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Gonzales
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Gonzales
Troubleshooting first? See ge ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
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
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Local Notes for Gonzales
Most ice maker calls in Gonzales 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.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Gonzales
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Gonzales, TX
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
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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 Gonzales technician a trip for parts.