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 Ridge list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with KitchenAid, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent KitchenAid Ice Maker Technicians, Ridge NY
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Ridge. 1 of them are based in Ridge itself, and the rest are spread across Riverhead (5), Holtsville (3), and Mastic (2). Distances run up to about 14 miles. None of the repair companies near Ridge name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is LJ Appliance Repair Service, about 1.1 miles away. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 5.3, 5.4 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
At the top of the Ridge list: LJ Appliance Repair Service (1.1 miles away, 4.6 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Island Wide Appliance (12.4 miles away, based in Patchogue, 4.5 stars from 322 reviews); Just in time refrigeration (9.5 miles away, based in Mastic Beach, 4.8 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EASTERN GRILLS LLC - BBQ Grill (7.6 miles away, based in Medford, 5.0 stars from 365 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which KitchenAid Ice Maker Do You Have?
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), In-Door-Ice system, in-freezer ice maker, and undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, built-in side-by-side refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, and French door refrigerator (bottom freezer).
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
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
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 not making ice. Check that the water line is connected, the valve is fully open and the line is not kinked, confirm the freezer is at 0 to 5°F, then reset the ice maker. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - 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
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What a Freezer Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Ridge and freezer repair in Ridge.
Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a KitchenAid refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Ridge
Most ice maker calls in Ridge 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.
Before You Book in Ridge
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Ridge, NY
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
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KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Ridge
Write down any code or light your KitchenAid display shows and when it appears. It helps a Ridge technician bring the right parts.