When an ice maker in Auburn 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Auburn and the King County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Auburn, WA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Auburn. 12 of them are based in Auburn itself, and the rest are spread across Kent (13), Federal Way (6), and Covington (2). Nearest on the list: Auburn Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. 8 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Auburn. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.0, 1.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
At the top of the Auburn list: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (7.9 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Luwa Luxury Appliance Services Seattle (2.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 117 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.0 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Complete Repair LLC (8.1 miles away, based in Black Diamond, 4.9 stars from 227 reviews).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Auburn
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Auburn Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or lg 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)
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)
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Before you give up on the ice maker in Auburn, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Around Auburn
Most ice maker calls in Auburn 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Auburn Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Auburn, WA
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Auburn
Ice Maker Repair Near Auburn
Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section and note whether the ice maker is in the door or the freezer. It saves a Auburn technician a trip for parts.