A KitchenAid ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. Below are independent repair companies serving Grosse Pointe Woods, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with KitchenAid, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Grosse Pointe Woods
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Grosse Pointe Woods. Other nearby bases include Warren (5), Detroit (5), and Clinton Township (5). B & Z Service Company, LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Grosse Pointe Woods. No company within 90 miles of Grosse Pointe Woods mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Grosse Pointe Woods. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 16 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.1, 3.4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
First up for Grosse Pointe Woods: Mr. Appliance of Macomb County (11.2 miles away, based in Mt Clemens, 4.8 stars from 245 reviews); AJ's Appliance Repair & HVAC (8.3 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.6 stars from 1,181 reviews); Detroit Appliance (6.8 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A & E Appliance Repair, Parts & Service (4.6 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.6 stars from 1,415 reviews).
KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including In-Door-Ice system, in-freezer ice maker, undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, and dual ice makers, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells bottom-freezer refrigerator, built-in side-by-side refrigerator, four-door refrigerator, and French door refrigerator (bottom freezer).
Know Your KitchenAid Ice Maker
How KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
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 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
Before You Call: The KitchenAid Reset
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
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Grosse Pointe Woods and freezer repair in Grosse Pointe Woods.
Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
A KitchenAid ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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 brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
Most ice maker calls in Grosse Pointe Woods 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Grosse Pointe Woods Repair Technician
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
Do you work for KitchenAid?
Which Grosse Pointe Woods technicians work on KitchenAid?
How do I reset my ice maker?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Grosse Pointe Woods
Write down any code or light your KitchenAid display shows and when it appears. It helps a Grosse Pointe Woods technician bring the right parts.