When an ice maker in Kent 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. Below are the companies within reach of Kent, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Kent
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kent. 13 list an address in Kent, and other nearby bases include Auburn (10), Renton (9), and Tukwila (3). Kent Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Kent. 5 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 31 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.9, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
The leading options for Kent are HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (10.2 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Luwa Luxury Appliance Services Seattle (3.2 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.6 stars from 117 reviews); Complete Repair LLC (9.7 miles away, based in Black Diamond, 4.9 stars from 227 reviews).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice tastes or smells off
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or ge ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. 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:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $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?
- 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 Kent
Most ice maker calls in Kent 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.
Before You Book in Kent
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Kent, WA
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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 Kent technician a trip for parts.