KitchenAid owners in Alma usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Alma list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Alma
Within 30 miles of Alma there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Alma itself, and other nearby bases include Fort Smith (6), Van Buren (4), and Winslow (1). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Shearer Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Alma. No company within 90 miles of Alma mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 5.8, 6.4 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
The leading options for Alma are Affordable Appliances Fort Smith (11.6 miles away, based in Fort Smith, 4.6 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ALL-IN appliance repair (25.7 miles away, based in Winslow, 4.9 stars from 112 reviews); A-Tech Appliance Service (13.9 miles away, based in Fort Smith, 4.7 stars from 310 reviews); Reeves & Son Arkansas Appliance Services (5.8 miles away, based in Van Buren, 4.4 stars from 40 reviews).
KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, and 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, four-door refrigerator, undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, and built-in side-by-side refrigerator.
Know Your KitchenAid Ice Maker
What a KitchenAid Technician Deals With
The 15-inch undercounter ice makers circulate water over a freezing plate for clear cubes and use a built-in drain pump that allows installation up to 10 feet from the drain line. Source: KitchenAid - 15-Inch 25 lb. Automatic Ice Maker with Clear Ice Technology (KUIX515SPS)
Common KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- Small or hollow cubes. Keep the water filter current and check that the line behind the refrigerator is not kinked and the correct supply valve is installed, since low pressure causes small, hollow cubes. Source: KitchenAid - Refrigerator Ice Maker Troubleshooting
When to Call for KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
- Ice tastes or smells off
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Alma
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Alma and freezer repair in Alma.
Care KitchenAid Recommends
- KitchenAid recommends about 37°F in the fresh food section and 0°F in the freezer, changing controls one step at a time and waiting 24 hours to recheck. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Tips for Properly Setting the Controls
- 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
Budgeting for a KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Around Alma
Most ice maker calls in Alma 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.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. § 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Alma
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Alma, AR
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Do you repair KitchenAid standalone freezers too?
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Alma, AR
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Alma
Write down any code or light your KitchenAid display shows and when it appears. It helps a Alma technician bring the right parts.