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. Below are the companies within reach of Port Angeles, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Port Angeles, WA
40 repair companies serve Port Angeles from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Port Angeles itself, and the rest are spread across Bremerton (9), Bainbridge Island (7), and Silverdale (5). The closest is A & A Appliance Service Inc., about 1.3 miles away. 4 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Port Angeles is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Port Angeles. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 13.6, 15.5 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
At the top of the Port Angeles list: Sears Appliance Repair (13.6 miles away, based in Sequim, 4.7 stars from 220 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 98 Refrigeration Appliance Repair (58.9 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 764 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (57.3 miles away, based in Shoreline, 4.7 stars from 351 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Orca Appliance Services (56.7 miles away, based in Edmonds, 4.8 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Port Angeles
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
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 Port Angeles. Freezer repair in Port Angeles.
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or whirlpool 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)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Port Angeles
Before you give up on the ice maker in Port Angeles, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $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?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Port Angeles
Most ice maker calls in Port Angeles 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 Port Angeles
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Port Angeles, WA
How long does a new ice maker take to make ice?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
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A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Port Angeles faster and cheaper.