KitchenAid owners in Folkston usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Folkston 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.
Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Folkston
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Folkston. Other nearby bases include Jacksonville (22), Brunswick (7), and Waycross (2). Distances run up to about 48 miles. The closest is S & D Refrigeration And Appliance Services, about 19.3 miles away. None of the repair companies near Folkston name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Folkston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Folkston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 19.3, 22.0, 26.6 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 16 |
First up for Folkston: Hartman's Appliance Repair (39.8 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 4.8 stars from 598 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (40.8 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 4.9 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (48.1 miles away, based in Orange Park, 4.4 stars from 555 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Home Services (31.2 miles away, based in Waycross, 4.4 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your KitchenAid Ice Maker
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)
What KitchenAid Says to Check First
- Frost buildup in freezer. KitchenAid ties frost to air getting in, so it says to check that the door seals close fully and that the refrigerator is level. Source: KitchenAid - Troubleshoot Your Refrigerator's Possible Problems
- 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
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Folkston
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Folkston and freezer repair in Folkston.
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
Budgeting for a KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
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?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Folkston
Most ice maker calls in Folkston 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.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Folkston
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Folkston, GA
Is this KitchenAid customer service?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
Why is my KitchenAid refrigerator showing a code?
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KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Folkston
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Folkston technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.