Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs in Key Biscayne involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Key Biscayne, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Key Biscayne
40 repair companies serve Key Biscayne from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Key Biscayne, and other nearby bases include Miami (19), Coral Gables (12), and Miami Beach (6). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Nearest on the list: Thermador Grand Care, around 0.2 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Key Biscayne mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.3, 5.1 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
The leading options for Key Biscayne are Starchenko Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Miami Beach, 4.9 stars from 362 reviews); UltraFix Appliance Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Help and Repair LLC (7.5 miles away, based in Miami, 5.0 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); iTECH APPLIANCES INC (5.1 miles away, based in Miami, 4.3 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which KitchenAid Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells dual ice makers, in-freezer ice maker, In-Door-Ice system, and 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology). On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells side-by-side refrigerator, built-in side-by-side refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers.
Know Your KitchenAid Ice Maker
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
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
When to Call for KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What Gets Fixed on a Key Biscayne Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Key Biscayne and freezer repair in Key Biscayne.
Owner Care for KitchenAid Ice Makers
- 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
- 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
A KitchenAid ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - 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?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Key Biscayne, FL
Most ice maker calls in Key Biscayne 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.
Questions to Ask a Key Biscayne Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Key Biscayne, FL
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is this KitchenAid customer service?
What should I do about a KitchenAid error code?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Key Biscayne, FL
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Key Biscayne
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Key Biscayne technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.