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. Below are independent repair companies serving Tavares, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with KitchenAid, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Tavares
Within 30 miles of Tavares there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Tavares itself, and the rest are spread across Clermont (10), Orlando (4), and Ocoee (3). Distances run up to about 23 miles. None of the repair companies near Tavares name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. APPLIANCE REPAIR OF LAKE COUNTY INC is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Tavares. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 6.4, 6.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 16 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
At the top of the Tavares list: Expert Home Service (15.5 miles away, based in Clermont, 4.8 stars from 604 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.8 miles away, based in Clermont, 4.7 stars from 399 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.8 miles away, based in Summerfield, 4.5 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Appliance Repairs (13.2 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.8 stars from 99 reviews).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Designs
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, dual ice makers, In-Door-Ice system, and 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, four-door refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes KitchenAid Ice Maker Repairs Different
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)
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
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
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
What Gets Fixed on a Tavares Freezer Call
Not sure it is a KitchenAid problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Tavares and freezer repair in Tavares.
Care KitchenAid Recommends
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
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?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Around Tavares
Most ice maker calls in Tavares 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 Tavares Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Tavares, FL
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Do you repair KitchenAid standalone freezers too?
Related Repair Pages for Tavares
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Tavares
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your KitchenAid refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.