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 Charlottesville and the Charlottesville County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Charlottesville, VA
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Charlottesville. 4 of them are based in Charlottesville itself, and other nearby bases include Fishersville (3), Gordonsville (1), and Orange (1). Distances run up to about 28 miles. The closest is Christopher Hayes Appliance Specialists, about 0.6 miles away. 5 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The 11 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.1, 2.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
At the top of the Charlottesville list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.3 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VA Commercial Repair Solutions (27.2 miles away, based in Fishersville, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews); Hobart Sales & Services (26.6 miles away, based in Fishersville).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice tastes or smells off
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or lg ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does 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.
Local Notes for Charlottesville
Most ice maker calls in Charlottesville 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.
Before You Book in Charlottesville
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Charlottesville, VA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my ice maker leaking?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Charlottesville
Ice Maker Repair Near Charlottesville
A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Charlottesville faster and cheaper.