If your KitchenAid ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. The Buffalo Grove list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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 Buffalo Grove
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Buffalo Grove. 8 list an address in Buffalo Grove, and other nearby bases include Arlington Heights (9), Wheeling (8), and Vernon Hills (4). Nearest on the list: AMZ Appliance Repair, around 0.1 miles out. None of the repair companies near Buffalo Grove name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Buffalo Grove. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 20 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 29 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.7, 0.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
The leading options for Buffalo Grove are JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMZ Appliance Repair (0.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Astera Heating, Cooling and Appliance repair (5.8 miles away, based in Prospect Heights, 4.9 stars from 1,298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Wheeling, 4.6 stars from 286 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
What a KitchenAid Technician Deals With
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
An electric water valve feeds the ice maker and dispenser, and it buzzes if the ice maker is switched on without a water supply connected. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Refrigerator Normal Sounds and Noises
Common KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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
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
When to Call for KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
What Gets Fixed on a Buffalo Grove Freezer Call
Not sure it is a KitchenAid problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Buffalo Grove and freezer repair in Buffalo Grove.
Care KitchenAid Recommends
- 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
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:
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Local Notes for Buffalo Grove
Most ice maker calls in Buffalo Grove 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Buffalo Grove
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Buffalo Grove, IL
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
Can the same technician fix my KitchenAid chest or upright freezer?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Buffalo Grove technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.