If your KitchenAid ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions KitchenAid and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Bella Vista
21 repair companies serve Bella Vista from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Bella Vista itself, and the rest are spread across Springdale (8), Fayetteville (6), and Rogers (2). No company within 90 miles of Bella Vista mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Emergency Appliance Repair in Bella Vista, around 1.6 miles out. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 3.2, 7.9 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 21 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
At the top of the Bella Vista list: Mr. Appliance of Springdale and Rogers (7.9 miles away, based in Bentonville, 4.9 stars from 782 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Fayetteville, AR (26.7 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.8 stars from 492 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.5 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.4 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.4 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which KitchenAid Ice Maker Do You Have?
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, In-Door-Ice system, and 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), and each one fails in its own way.
Know Your KitchenAid Ice Maker
What a KitchenAid Technician Deals With
An electric water valve feeds the ice maker and dispenser, and it buzzes if the ice maker is switched on without a water supply connected. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Refrigerator Normal Sounds and Noises
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- Ice maker frozen / ice buildup. Set the fridge to 33 to 40°F and the freezer to 0°F and let them run 24 hours; KitchenAid suggests a professional to thaw a frozen water line. Source: KitchenAid - Refrigerator Ice Maker 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
The KitchenAid Ice Maker Test
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
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Bella Vista and freezer repair in Bella Vista.
Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- Run the undercounter ice maker's clean cycle (about 70 minutes) with one 16-ounce bottle of ice machine cleaner when the clean light turns red or about every 9 months, or every 6 months with hard water. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Cleaning the Ice Maker
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:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator 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
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What Bella Vista Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Bella Vista 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Bella Vista
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Bella Vista, AR
Is this KitchenAid customer service?
Can the same technician fix my KitchenAid chest or upright freezer?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Bella Vista technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.