KitchenAid owners in Destin usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Destin, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Destin
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Destin. 3 list an address in Destin, and the rest are spread across Fort Walton Beach (2), Navarre (2), and Niceville (1). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. None of the repair companies near Destin name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Home Appliance Service of Destin is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Destin. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 12 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 1.5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 3 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
First up for Destin: The Appliance Spot (10.5 miles away, based in Santa Rosa Beach, 5.0 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Surfside Appliance Repair (21.5 miles away, based in Navarre, 4.9 stars from 87 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.6 miles away, based in Fort Walton Beach, 4.6 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Beach 2 Bay Appliance Services, LLC (6.5 miles away, based in Niceville, 4.9 stars from 188 reviews).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Designs
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice makers, In-Door-Ice system, in-freezer ice maker, and undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, side-by-side refrigerator, and built-in side-by-side refrigerator.
Know Your KitchenAid Ice Maker
What Makes KitchenAid Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- An error code or temperature alarm
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Destin
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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
- 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
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:
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Destin, FL
Most ice maker calls in Destin 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Destin
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Destin, FL
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
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Write down any code or light your KitchenAid display shows and when it appears. It helps a Destin technician bring the right parts.