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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Independent KitchenAid Ice Maker Technicians, Mountain Home AR
Our data shows 15 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Mountain Home. 1 list an address in Mountain Home, and other nearby bases include Batesville (4), Branson (3), and West Plains (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.5 miles away. 1 of them mentions KitchenAid in their listing or website. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Mountain Home is inside its regular service area.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 15 |
| Mention KitchenAid | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 38.8, 41.6 |
Closest matches for Mountain Home: Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.1 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Richardson Appliance Sales & Service (42.1 miles away, based in Harrison, 4.7 stars from 280 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.8 miles away, based in West Plains, 4.6 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Branson (53.9 miles away, based in Branson, 4.8 stars from 47 reviews).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Designs
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including In-Door-Ice system, 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), in-freezer ice maker, and dual ice makers, and each one fails in its own way.
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
How KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
The undercounter ice makers need 30 to 120 psi of water pressure, and a dirty air-cooled condenser can cut output to little or no ice and overheat parts. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
Common KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Frost buildup in freezer. KitchenAid ties frost to air getting in, so it says to check that the door seals close fully and that the refrigerator is level. Source: KitchenAid - Troubleshoot Your Refrigerator's Possible Problems
- 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
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
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Mountain Home
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Care KitchenAid Recommends
- 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
- 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
What KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Mountain Home, AR
Most ice maker calls in Mountain Home 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 Mountain Home
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Mountain Home, AR
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
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Write down any code or light your KitchenAid display shows and when it appears. It helps a Mountain Home technician bring the right parts.