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 Kirkland 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 Kirkland
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kirkland. 12 list an address in Kirkland, and the rest are spread across Redmond (11), Bellevue (6), and Bothell (3). Top Appliance Repair Service is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Kirkland. 9 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kirkland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.8, 0.9 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
Closest matches for Kirkland: Homnice Appliance repair (5.0 miles away, based in Bellevue, 5.0 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Major Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Bellevue, 4.9 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Super Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Bellevue, 5.0 stars from 116 reviews); FixLine Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Redmond, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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)
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
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Kirkland
Before you give up on the ice maker in Kirkland, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit 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.
Local Notes for Kirkland
The lakefront Market Neighborhood, which follows the city's original 1890 street plat, holds more than a third of the structures on Kirkland's historic inventory, including the Queen Anne Victorian Loomis House. Source: Kirkland Comprehensive Plan: Market Neighborhood Plan
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 Kirkland
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Kirkland, WA
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Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Kirkland
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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 Kirkland technician a trip for parts.