Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs in Downey involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Downey list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with KitchenAid. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair KitchenAid ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Independent KitchenAid Ice Maker Technicians, Downey CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Downey. 11 of them are based in Downey itself, and other nearby bases include South Gate (6), Long Beach (4), and Bellflower (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is Appliance Repair Downey Experts, about 0.2 miles away. No company within 30 miles of Downey names KitchenAid in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Name ice maker work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.2, 0.5 |
The leading options for Downey are Greenway Appliance Thermador & KitchenAid Repair. (8.0 miles away, based in Rosemead, 5.0 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Cerritos, 4.7 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aspeco Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Bellflower, 4.9 stars from 71 reviews); Perez Appliance and Plumbing Repair (3.1 miles away, based in South Gate, 4.5 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, In-Door-Ice system, and undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker. Freezer styles include built-in side-by-side refrigerator, undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
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
- 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
- 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
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
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Change the undercounter ice maker's water filter about every 9 months or 2,000 gallons, sooner with very hard water. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
- 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 Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a KitchenAid refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 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?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Downey, CA
Most ice maker calls in Downey 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Downey
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Downey, CA
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
Do you work for KitchenAid?
Do you repair KitchenAid standalone freezers too?
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Write down any code or light your KitchenAid display shows and when it appears. It helps a Downey technician bring the right parts.