When an ice maker in Los Fresnos 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. The Los Fresnos list below starts with companies that show ice maker or refrigerator work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Los Fresnos
Within 30 miles of Los Fresnos there are 17 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Brownsville (8), Harlingen (7), and San Benito (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. 4 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 8.5 miles away. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Los Fresnos. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.5, 9.8, 10.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
The leading options for Los Fresnos are My Repair Center (13.6 miles away, based in Harlingen, 4.7 stars from 1,639 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Brownsville, 4.4 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Plata Refrigeration & Appliance Center (11.2 miles away, based in Brownsville, 4.1 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jim's Appliance & A/C Services (10.0 miles away, based in San Benito, 4.5 stars from 76 reviews).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Los Fresnos
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Los Fresnos Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or frigidaire ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$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?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Los Fresnos, TX
Most ice maker calls in Los Fresnos 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.
Questions to Ask a Los Fresnos Repair Technician
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Los Fresnos, TX
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Los Fresnos
Ice Maker Repair Near Los Fresnos
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 Los Fresnos technician a trip for parts.