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 Monticello 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.
Independent KitchenAid Ice Maker Technicians, Monticello NY
Within 30 miles of Monticello there are 14 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Monticello, and other nearby bases include Middletown (6), Honesdale (2), and Glen Spey (1). None of the repair companies near Monticello 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: Absolute Chimney, around 0.3 miles out. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 13.8, 19.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
First up for Monticello: Slicker's Appliance Repair (20.3 miles away, based in Middletown, 5.0 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours); General George Appliance Repair (25.1 miles away, based in Goshen, 5.0 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.8 miles away, based in Honesdale, 4.6 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Slicker's Appliance Repair (13.8 miles away, based in Glen Spey, 4.9 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells dual ice makers, In-Door-Ice system, 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), and undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker. On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, four-door refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
Know Your KitchenAid Ice Maker
How KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Work
The 15-inch undercounter ice makers circulate water over a freezing plate for clear cubes and use a built-in drain pump that allows installation up to 10 feet from the drain line. Source: KitchenAid - 15-Inch 25 lb. Automatic Ice Maker with Clear Ice Technology (KUIX515SPS)
Common KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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 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
The KitchenAid Ice Maker Test
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
Signs Your KitchenAid Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What Gets Fixed on a Monticello Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a KitchenAid problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Monticello and freezer repair in Monticello.
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
- 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
Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Monticello, NY
Most ice maker calls in Monticello 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.
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Monticello
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Monticello, NY
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
What should I do about a KitchenAid error code?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Monticello
More KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Pages Nearby
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Monticello technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.