An ice maker needs three things: water at enough pressure, a freezer cold enough to freeze it and a working mechanism to harvest the cubes. Most repairs fix one of those three. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Belle Haven and the Fairfax County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Belle Haven, VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Belle Haven. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (24), Arlington (9), and Falls Church (4). Alexandria Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Belle Haven. 13 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.4, 1.5 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
At the top of the Belle Haven list: Appliance Care (1.5 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (4.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Alexandria (2.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.8 stars from 249 reviews); Appliance Repair Services (5.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
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 Belle Haven. Freezer repair in Belle Haven.
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or frigidaire ice maker not working.
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?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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.
What Belle Haven Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Belle Haven 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 Belle Haven Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Belle Haven, VA
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Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Belle Haven
Ice Maker Repair Near Belle Haven
A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Belle Haven faster and cheaper.