Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs in Winterville involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Winterville, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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, Winterville NC
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Winterville. 1 list an address in Winterville, and other nearby bases include Goldsboro (5), Jacksonville (5), and Washington (4). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 2.5 miles away. No company within 90 miles of Winterville 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. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Winterville 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.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Name freezer work | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Mention ice makers | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 4.1, 4.6 |
At the top of the Winterville list: JB Appliance Solutions (43.0 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.9 stars from 638 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (32.2 miles away, based in Goldsboro, 4.7 stars from 225 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.3 stars from 220 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Cavalry Appliance Service (34.9 miles away, based in New Bern, 4.9 stars from 535 reviews).
Which KitchenAid Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), dual ice makers, undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, and In-Door-Ice system. On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), side-by-side refrigerator, built-in side-by-side refrigerator, and four-door refrigerator.
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
What a KitchenAid Technician Deals With
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
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
What KitchenAid Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
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
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
What Gets Fixed on a Winterville Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a KitchenAid problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Winterville and freezer repair in Winterville.
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
- 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 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:
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour 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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
Around Winterville
Most ice maker calls in Winterville 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 Winterville
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Winterville, NC
Can the same technician fix my KitchenAid chest or upright freezer?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
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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.