Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs in Skidaway Island involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Skidaway Island list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Skidaway Island
We found 20 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Skidaway Island. Other nearby bases include Savannah (12), Hilton Head Island (3), and Garden City (1). None of the repair companies near Skidaway Island name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Affordable Appliace Repair is the nearest, roughly 4.2 miles from Skidaway Island. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 17 businesses.
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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 20 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.2, 5.4, 5.9 |
First up for Skidaway Island: Operation Comfort Control, LLC (10.2 miles away, based in Savannah, 4.9 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in Savannah, 3.8 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Griffin Appliance Repair LLC (9.4 miles away, based in Savannah, 3.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.0 miles away, based in Hilton Head Island, 4.2 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
What a KitchenAid Technician Deals With
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 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
What KitchenAid Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
Testing or Resetting a KitchenAid Ice Maker
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
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
What Gets Fixed on a Skidaway Island Ice Maker Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Skidaway Island and freezer repair in Skidaway Island.
Owner Care for KitchenAid Ice Makers
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
A KitchenAid ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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
- 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
Around Skidaway Island
Most ice maker calls in Skidaway Island 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.
Questions to Ask a Skidaway Island Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Skidaway Island, GA
Is this KitchenAid customer service?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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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.