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. The Edgewood list below starts with companies that show ice maker or refrigerator work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Edgewood
Within 30 miles of Edgewood there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Auburn (12), Tacoma (10), and Federal Way (6). Distances run up to about 10 miles. APPLIANCE REPAIR at your home is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from Edgewood. 10 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Edgewood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 3.5, 3.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
First up for Edgewood: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (6.1 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Luwa Luxury Appliance Services Seattle (8.2 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.6 stars from 117 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in Spanaway, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or frigidaire 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: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Edgewood, WA
Most ice maker calls in Edgewood 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Edgewood
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Edgewood, WA
Do you cover Edgewood and nearby towns?
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Edgewood
Ice Maker Repair Near Edgewood
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 Edgewood technician a trip for parts.