Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs in Merrydale involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Merrydale list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with KitchenAid. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair KitchenAid ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Independent KitchenAid Ice Maker Technicians, Merrydale LA
22 repair companies serve Merrydale from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Baton Rouge (10), Denham Springs (4), and St Amant (3). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. None of the repair companies near Merrydale name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is THE APPLIANCE REPAIR TEAM LLC, about 3.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 21 businesses.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.1, 3.3, 5.0 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
At the top of the Merrydale list: Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Baton Rouge, 4.5 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Baton Rouge, 4.5 stars from 175 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.0 miles away, based in Gonzales, 4.5 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); THE APPLIANCE REPAIR TEAM LLC (3.1 miles away, based in Baton Rouge, 4.9 stars from 216 reviews).
Which KitchenAid Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, and In-Door-Ice system.
Know Your KitchenAid Ice Maker
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
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- Ice dispenser not working. If ice is lodged in the dispenser, set a towel and dish under the chute and let the ice thaw on its own. Source: KitchenAid - Refrigerator Ice Maker Troubleshooting
- 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
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
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
What Gets Fixed on a Merrydale Ice Maker Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Merrydale and freezer repair in Merrydale.
Care KitchenAid Recommends
- 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
- 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
What KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a KitchenAid refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Merrydale, LA
Most ice maker calls in Merrydale 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Merrydale
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Merrydale, LA
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is my KitchenAid ice maker worth repairing?
Is this KitchenAid customer service?
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Write down any code or light your KitchenAid display shows and when it appears. It helps a Merrydale technician bring the right parts.