Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs in Chillicothe involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Chillicothe list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Chillicothe
Our data shows 18 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Chillicothe. The rest are spread across Peoria (8), Pekin (3), and East Peoria (2). Distances run up to about 25 miles. The closest is Excellence Appliance Repair Masters, about 9.2 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Chillicothe mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 18 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.2, 10.6, 13.5 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
At the top of the Chillicothe list: Sears Appliance Repair (13.8 miles away, based in Peoria, 4.6 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Horner's Appliance (16.7 miles away, based in West Peoria, 4.8 stars from 97 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Peoria (10.6 miles away, based in Peoria, 4.6 stars from 568 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advantage Appliance Repair, Inc. (18.7 miles away, based in Peoria, 4.5 stars from 23 reviews).
Which KitchenAid Ice Maker Do You Have?
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), In-Door-Ice system, and dual ice makers, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, side-by-side refrigerator, built-in side-by-side refrigerator, and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
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)
Common KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- Ice maker not making ice. Check that the water line is connected, the valve is fully open and the line is not kinked, confirm the freezer is at 0 to 5°F, then reset the ice maker. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - 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
When to Call for KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Not sure it is a KitchenAid problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Chillicothe and freezer repair in Chillicothe.
Care KitchenAid Recommends
- 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
Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around Chillicothe
Most ice maker calls in Chillicothe 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.
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Hiring a Repair Company in Chillicothe
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Chillicothe, IL
Can the same technician fix my KitchenAid chest or upright freezer?
What should I do about a KitchenAid error code?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Is this KitchenAid customer service?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Chillicothe
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Chillicothe
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.