If your KitchenAid ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Salem, 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, Salem OH
20 repair companies serve Salem from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Youngstown (6), New Castle (2), and Canton (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. None of the repair companies near Salem name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Quality Appliance is the nearest, roughly 8.0 miles from Salem. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 16 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Salem. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.0, 11.8, 12.2 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
At the top of the Salem list: Mr. Appliance of Youngstown (11.8 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.6 stars from 235 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.5 miles away, based in New Castle, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (28.6 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sam's Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Alliance, 4.9 stars from 1,515 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), and In-Door-Ice system, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, four-door refrigerator, and built-in side-by-side refrigerator.
Know Your KitchenAid Ice Maker
What Makes KitchenAid Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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
- 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 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
Testing or Resetting a KitchenAid Ice Maker
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
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Salem
Not sure it is a KitchenAid problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Salem and freezer repair in Salem.
Owner Care for KitchenAid Ice Makers
- 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
- 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
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:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it 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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around Salem
Most ice maker calls in Salem 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 Salem
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Salem, OH
Do you repair KitchenAid standalone freezers too?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Salem
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Salem
Write down any code or light your KitchenAid display shows and when it appears. It helps a Salem technician bring the right parts.