When an ice maker in Arlington 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. Below are the companies within reach of Arlington, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Arlington
Within 30 miles of Arlington there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 16 of them are based in Arlington itself, and the rest are spread across Falls Church (10), Washington (9), and Alexandria (5). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. 11 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. AGB Appliance Repair LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Arlington. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 0.5 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Arlington: Appliance Repair Services (4.4 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GLS Appliance & HVAC Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); District Appliance Services LLC (1.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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 Arlington. Freezer repair in Arlington.
Troubleshooting first? See samsung 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)
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)
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 dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Arlington Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Arlington 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Arlington Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Arlington, VA
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Ice Maker Repair Near Arlington
Before you call a Arlington technician, make sure the ice maker is switched on, the bin is seated and the freezer is at 0 degrees or colder. Then check whether the water dispenser still works, which tells you water is reaching the refrigerator.