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 Howland Center list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Independent KitchenAid Ice Maker Technicians, Howland Center OH
19 repair companies serve Howland Center from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Youngstown (6), Ravenna (2), and New Castle (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.4 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Howland Center mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.4, 2.6, 7.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 19 |
The leading options for Howland Center are Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Niles, 4.7 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Youngstown (15.7 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.6 stars from 235 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.4 miles away, based in Hermitage, 4.7 stars from 65 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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, In-Door-Ice system, and in-freezer ice maker. On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells bottom-freezer refrigerator, four-door refrigerator, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), and side-by-side refrigerator.
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
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
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
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
When to Call for KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
- Ice tastes or smells off
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Howland Center and freezer repair in Howland Center.
Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator 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.
What to Have Ready for a KitchenAid Call
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
What Howland Center Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Howland Center 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Howland Center
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Howland Center, OH
Do you repair KitchenAid standalone freezers too?
Is my KitchenAid ice maker worth repairing?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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Write down any code or light your KitchenAid display shows and when it appears. It helps a Howland Center technician bring the right parts.