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 Long Branch and the Fairfax County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Long Branch
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Long Branch. Other nearby bases include Fairfax (13), Springfield (6), and Falls Church (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. 11 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The closest is Same Day Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.9 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.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.6, 2.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
At the top of the Long Branch list: Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (3.7 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 203 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nova Fix Appliance (2.2 miles away, based in Fairfax, 5.0 stars from 362 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (2.8 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
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 Long Branch. Freezer repair in Long Branch.
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
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 line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
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 Long Branch Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Long Branch 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Long Branch
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Long Branch, VA
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Long Branch
Ice Maker Repair Near Long Branch
Before you call a Long Branch 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.