Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs in Beach Park involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions KitchenAid and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Beach Park
40 repair companies serve Beach Park from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Beach Park itself, and other nearby bases include Waukegan (6), Kenosha (6), and Vernon Hills (4). Distances run up to about 17 miles. No company within 90 miles of Beach Park mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. IyJ Appliance Repairs is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Beach Park. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Beach Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention ice makers | 1 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 3.9, 4.1 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Name freezer work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Beach Park are A Absolute Appliance Repair (12.9 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IyJ Appliance Repairs (1.7 miles away, 4.3 stars from 39 reviews); Appliance Repair Stars (16.8 miles away, based in Highland Park, 4.9 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which KitchenAid Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells in-freezer ice maker, In-Door-Ice system, undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, and dual ice makers. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, built-in side-by-side refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and French door refrigerator (bottom freezer).
Know Your KitchenAid Ice Maker
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)
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
Before You Call: The KitchenAid Reset
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 will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice tastes or smells off
What Gets Fixed on a Beach Park Freezer Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Beach Park and freezer repair in Beach Park.
Owner Care for KitchenAid Ice Makers
- 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
- Change the undercounter ice maker's water filter about every 9 months or 2,000 gallons, sooner with very hard water. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
KitchenAid Repair Cost Ranges
A KitchenAid ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a KitchenAid Call
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Beach Park, IL
Most ice maker calls in Beach Park 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Hiring a Repair Company in Beach Park
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Beach Park, IL
Why is my KitchenAid refrigerator showing a code?
Do you repair KitchenAid standalone freezers too?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Which Beach Park technicians work on KitchenAid?
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Write down any code or light your KitchenAid display shows and when it appears. It helps a Beach Park technician bring the right parts.