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 Forest Grove list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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, Forest Grove OR
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Forest Grove. Other nearby bases include Beaverton (11), Portland (8), and Hillsboro (6). Nearest on the list: Cornelius Appliance Repair, around 1.9 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Forest Grove mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 5.9, 6.6 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Forest Grove are Mr. Appliance of Portland (18.8 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 691 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&P Appliance Parts and Service (14.9 miles away, based in Beaverton, 4.7 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rox Services Inc (16.0 miles away, based in Beaverton, 4.9 stars from 155 reviews); Hydra Appliance Repair (15.9 miles away, based in Portland, 4.7 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells dual ice makers, in-freezer ice maker, In-Door-Ice system, and 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology). Freezer styles include bottom-freezer refrigerator, undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), and built-in side-by-side refrigerator.
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
What a KitchenAid Technician Deals With
An electric water valve feeds the ice maker and dispenser, and it buzzes if the ice maker is switched on without a water supply connected. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Refrigerator Normal Sounds and Noises
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
What KitchenAid Says to Check First
- 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 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
Signs Your KitchenAid Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Not sure it is a KitchenAid problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Forest Grove and freezer repair in Forest Grove.
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
- 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
Budgeting for a KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
A KitchenAid ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Thermostat 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
What Forest Grove Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Forest Grove 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.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Forest Grove
- 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?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Forest Grove, OR
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
Is my KitchenAid ice maker worth repairing?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
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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.