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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Kearns and the Salt Lake County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Kearns
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kearns. 1 list an address in Kearns, and the rest are spread across West Jordan (13), West Valley City (6), and Midvale (5). Distances run up to about 7 miles. The closest is FreshStart Appliance Repair Salt Lake City, about 0.8 miles away. 7 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.1, 1.5 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Kearns: Famous Appliance Service (6.4 miles away, based in Midvale, 4.6 stars from 805 reviews); Eagle Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in West Jordan, 4.9 stars from 204 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service By Paul (5.7 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.8 stars from 2,590 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Service (5.5 miles away, based in West Valley City, 4.6 stars from 1,441 reviews).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What Gets Fixed on a Kearns Ice Maker Call
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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 waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
Around Kearns
Most ice maker calls in Kearns 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.
Utah has no contractor classification for appliance repair, but under the Construction Trades Licensing Act anyone who installs, repairs or replaces a residential or commercial gas appliance must hold natural gas technician certification, even on jobs otherwise too small to need a contractor license. Source: Utah Legislature H.B. 49 (2004), Natural Gas Technician Certification, amending Utah Code 58-55-305 and 58-55-308
In Utah, you can check a license with the Utah Licensee Lookup and Verification (Verify a License) or report a problem to the Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Kearns
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Kearns, UT
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Are you affiliated with any refrigerator brand?
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
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Ice Maker Repair Near Kearns
A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Kearns faster and cheaper.