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. Below are independent repair companies serving Tualatin, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Tualatin
40 repair companies serve Tualatin from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Tualatin itself, and other nearby bases include Beaverton (8), Tigard (6), and Lake Oswego (5). The closest is Local Appliance Repair Tualatin Inc, about 1.4 miles away. None of the repair companies near Tualatin name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tualatin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.1, 2.3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
First up for Tualatin: Mr. Appliance of Portland (3.7 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 691 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&P Appliance Parts and Service (7.8 miles away, based in Beaverton, 4.7 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rox Services Inc (5.9 miles away, based in Beaverton, 4.9 stars from 155 reviews); ProSolution Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Portland, 4.6 stars from 356 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Designs
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, dual ice makers, and 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells built-in side-by-side refrigerator, four-door refrigerator, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
Know Your KitchenAid Ice Maker
How KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- Ice maker leaking. Break up ice blockages gently with a plastic or wooden handle and check that the fill cup sits directly under the fill valve spigot. 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
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
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Not sure it is a KitchenAid problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Tualatin and freezer repair in Tualatin.
Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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 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
Budgeting for a KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Tualatin, OR
Most ice maker calls in Tualatin 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.
Before You Book in Tualatin
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Tualatin, OR
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Which Tualatin technicians work on KitchenAid?
How do I reset my ice maker?
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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.