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. The Prior Lake list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by KitchenAid. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact KitchenAid directly.
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Prior Lake
40 repair companies serve Prior Lake from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Prior Lake, and other nearby bases include Eden Prairie (5), Hopkins (5), and Burnsville (4). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Prior Lake mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Murphy Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Prior Lake. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Prior Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.9, 4.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
Closest matches for Prior Lake: Appliance Repair Pro (5.2 miles away, based in Savage, 5.0 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SERVICE MATTERS Heating & Air & Appliance Repair LLC (13.7 miles away, based in Apple Valley, 4.9 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.9 miles away, based in Eden Prairie, 4.5 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMA Appliance Service (13.7 miles away, based in Hopkins, 5.0 stars from 82 reviews).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
What a KitchenAid Technician Deals With
The undercounter ice makers need 30 to 120 psi of water pressure, and a dirty air-cooled condenser can cut output to little or no ice and overheat parts. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
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
What KitchenAid Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
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
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Prior Lake and freezer repair in Prior Lake.
Owner Care for KitchenAid Ice Makers
- 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
- 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
What KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A KitchenAid ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 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?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Prior Lake
Most ice maker calls in Prior Lake 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Before You Book in Prior Lake
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Prior Lake, MN
Why is my KitchenAid refrigerator showing a code?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
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KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Prior Lake
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.