KitchenAid owners in Carlyss usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Carlyss 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 Carlyss
27 repair companies serve Carlyss from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Lake Charles (7), Beaumont (7), and Orange (2). No company within 90 miles of Carlyss mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. R C Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 6.0 miles from Carlyss. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 24 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Carlyss is inside its regular service area.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.0, 6.1, 8.7 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 27 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
At the top of the Carlyss list: Sears Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Lake Charles, 4.4 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Lake Charles, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Westlake Refrigeration & Appliance Services (9.4 miles away, based in Westlake, 4.2 stars from 5 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (40.2 miles away, based in Port Arthur, 4.7 stars from 167 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which KitchenAid Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, dual ice makers, 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), and In-Door-Ice system. On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells built-in side-by-side refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, four-door refrigerator, and undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers.
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes KitchenAid Ice Maker Repairs Different
The units run a defrost cycle with a defrost heater, and meltwater flows to a drain pan, which explains sizzling or gurgling sounds. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Refrigerator Normal Sounds and Noises
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- Small or hollow cubes. Keep the water filter current and check that the line behind the refrigerator is not kinked and the correct supply valve is installed, since low pressure causes small, hollow cubes. 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
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
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What a Freezer Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Carlyss and freezer repair in Carlyss.
Care KitchenAid Recommends
- 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
- 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
Budgeting for a KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
A KitchenAid ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit 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.
What to Have Ready for a KitchenAid Call
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Carlyss
Most ice maker calls in Carlyss 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Repair Company in Carlyss
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Carlyss, LA
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
What should I do about a KitchenAid error code?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
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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.