A KitchenAid ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions KitchenAid and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by KitchenAid. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact KitchenAid directly.
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Tamarac
Within 30 miles of Tamarac there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 list an address in Tamarac, and other nearby bases include Sunrise (9), Coral Springs (9), and Margate (5). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. APPLIANCE SERVICE SOLUTIONS, CORP is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Tamarac. None of the repair companies near Tamarac name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.0, 1.1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
At the top of the Tamarac list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Coral Springs, 4.6 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Shine Sunrise Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Sunrise, 4.6 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LEXCRAX LLC (1.1 miles away, lists Saturday hours); Rush Hour Appliance (3.3 miles away, based in Sunrise, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Designs
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice makers, in-freezer ice maker, undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, and In-Door-Ice system, and each one fails in its own way.
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
How KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Work
The 15-inch undercounter ice makers circulate water over a freezing plate for clear cubes and use a built-in drain pump that allows installation up to 10 feet from the drain line. Source: KitchenAid - 15-Inch 25 lb. Automatic Ice Maker with Clear Ice Technology (KUIX515SPS)
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
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- Ice maker leaking. Break up ice blockages gently with a plastic or wooden handle and check that the fill cup sits directly under the fill valve spigot. Source: KitchenAid - Refrigerator Ice Maker Troubleshooting
- Ice dispenser not working. If ice is lodged in the dispenser, set a towel and dish under the chute and let the ice thaw on its own. Source: KitchenAid - Refrigerator Ice Maker Troubleshooting
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
Signs Your KitchenAid Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Tamarac and freezer repair in Tamarac.
Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
KitchenAid Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a KitchenAid refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Tamarac, FL
Most ice maker calls in Tamarac 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.
Before You Book in Tamarac
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Tamarac, FL
Is this KitchenAid customer service?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Tamarac technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.