A KitchenAid ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. Below are independent repair companies serving Montevallo, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Montevallo
Within 30 miles of Montevallo there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Montevallo, and other nearby bases include Birmingham (20), Bessemer (6), and Pelham (4). Distances run up to about 28 miles. The closest is George Appliance Sales & Services, about 2.2 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Montevallo mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 23 businesses.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 6.3, 6.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 42 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
First up for Montevallo: Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (28.0 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mechanic LLC (21.8 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (22.5 miles away, based in Clanton, 4.3 stars from 400 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Connection (26.7 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,726 reviews).
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes KitchenAid Ice Maker Repairs Different
The units run a defrost cycle with a defrost heater, and meltwater flows to a drain pan, which explains sizzling or gurgling sounds. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Refrigerator Normal Sounds and Noises
Common KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Ice maker not making ice. Check that the water line is connected, the valve is fully open and the line is not kinked, confirm the freezer is at 0 to 5°F, then reset the ice maker. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
- Undercounter ice maker making thin or cloudy ice. Check water pressure and the filter, make sure the water pan drain cap is tight and run the cleaning cycle. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
Testing or Resetting a KitchenAid Ice Maker
If the ice maker has a reset button, press and hold it for a few seconds; if not, unplug the refrigerator for 1 minute and plug it back in. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - How to Turn the Ice Maker On and Off
Signs Your KitchenAid Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice clumping in the bucket
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Montevallo
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Montevallo and freezer repair in Montevallo.
Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Vacuum the undercounter ice maker's condenser fins behind the lower access panel with the unit unplugged, since a clogged condenser reduces ice output. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Cleaning the Ice Maker
- Replace the refrigerator water filter about every six months or when the indicator comes on, since a clogged or loose filter cuts flow to the ice maker. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
What KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a KitchenAid refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a KitchenAid Call
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Montevallo
Most ice maker calls in Montevallo 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.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Montevallo
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Montevallo, AL
Why is my KitchenAid refrigerator showing a code?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Do you repair KitchenAid standalone freezers too?
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KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Montevallo
Write down any code or light your KitchenAid display shows and when it appears. It helps a Montevallo technician bring the right parts.