Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs in Poplar Grove involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Poplar Grove 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 Poplar Grove
40 repair companies serve Poplar Grove from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Poplar Grove itself, and the rest are spread across Rockford (9), Janesville (4), and Belvidere (3). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. Nearest on the list: Expert Poplar Grove Appliance Repair, around 1.2 miles out. None of the repair companies near Poplar Grove name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Poplar Grove. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 5.7, 6.1 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 50 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| Name ice maker work | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
Closest matches for Poplar Grove: Sears Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Rockford, 4.5 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arrowhead Appliance Repair (22.5 miles away, based in Sycamore, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews); Ramsdell's Appliance Repair (25.1 miles away, based in Janesville, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.5 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Designs
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), dual ice makers, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
How KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Refrigerator ice makers come in several styles, switched by a wire shutoff arm (which a full bin lifts to the off position), an on/off switch on the ice maker or the freezer door wall, or the control panel menu on digital models. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - How to Turn the Ice Maker On and Off
What KitchenAid Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Compressor hums but will not start
What Gets Fixed on a Poplar Grove Freezer Call
Not sure it is a KitchenAid problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Poplar Grove and freezer repair in Poplar Grove.
Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a KitchenAid refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Poplar Grove
Most ice maker calls in Poplar 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.
Questions to Ask a Poplar Grove Repair Technician
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Poplar Grove, IL
Which Poplar Grove technicians work on KitchenAid?
Is this KitchenAid customer service?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Poplar Grove
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Poplar Grove technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.