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 Franklin, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent KitchenAid Ice Maker Technicians, Franklin NC
40 repair companies serve Franklin from within 60 miles. 4 list an address in Franklin, and other nearby bases include Seneca (4), Waynesville (3), and Brevard (3). None of the repair companies near Franklin name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 40 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Franklin is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 31 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 18 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 3.1, 4.5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Franklin are Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (31.5 miles away, based in Waynesville, 4.6 stars from 182 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair Knoxville (49.1 miles away, based in Sevierville, 4.9 stars from 84 reviews); Dave's Appliance Services (3.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 14 reviews).
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
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
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Not sure it is a KitchenAid problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Franklin and freezer repair in Franklin.
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
- 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:
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Franklin
Most ice maker calls in Franklin 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Franklin
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Franklin, NC
Do you repair KitchenAid standalone freezers too?
Do you work for KitchenAid?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Franklin technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.