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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions KitchenAid and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with KitchenAid, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Lake Forest
40 repair companies serve Lake Forest from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Lake Forest itself, and the rest are spread across Wheeling (6), Highland Park (5), and Buffalo Grove (5). None of the repair companies near Lake Forest name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Appliance Repair Technologies Lake Forest, about 1.6 miles away. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 3.0, 3.7 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 18 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
Closest matches for Lake Forest: AMZ Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (4.8 miles away, based in Highland Park, 4.9 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ghost Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Vernon Hills, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Good Guys Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Deerfield, 4.9 stars from 107 reviews).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Designs
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including In-Door-Ice system, dual ice makers, undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
How KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
Signs Your KitchenAid Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Lake Forest and freezer repair in Lake Forest.
Owner Care for KitchenAid Ice Makers
- Vacuum the undercounter ice maker's condenser fins behind the lower access panel with the unit unplugged, since a clogged condenser reduces ice output. 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:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$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?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does 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.
What to Have Ready for a KitchenAid Call
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
What Lake Forest Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Lake Forest 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.
Before You Book in Lake Forest
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Lake Forest, IL
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
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How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
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Write down any code or light your KitchenAid display shows and when it appears. It helps a Lake Forest technician bring the right parts.