KitchenAid owners in Mount Carmel usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Mount Carmel, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with KitchenAid, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Mount Carmel
Our data shows 14 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Mount Carmel. Other nearby bases include Sunbury (2), Mt Carmel (1), and Minersville (1). No company within 90 miles of Mount Carmel mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Aleman’s Appliances is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Mount Carmel. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mount Carmel. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 2 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 10.5, 12.3 |
First up for Mount Carmel: Sears Appliance Repair (24.5 miles away, based in Hazle Township, 4.6 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.4 miles away, based in Shamokin Dam, 4.7 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tuson's TV & Appliances (10.5 miles away, based in Minersville, 4.9 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-Budget Appliance repair (15.8 miles away, based in Danville, 4.7 stars from 253 reviews).
KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), and In-Door-Ice system, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include built-in side-by-side refrigerator, undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, four-door refrigerator, and French door refrigerator (bottom freezer).
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
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
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)
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- Small or hollow cubes. Keep the water filter current and check that the line behind the refrigerator is not kinked and the correct supply valve is installed, since low pressure causes small, hollow cubes. Source: KitchenAid - Refrigerator Ice Maker Troubleshooting
- 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
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
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Mount Carmel
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Mount Carmel and freezer repair in Mount Carmel.
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
Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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.
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
- Any light, code or message on the display
What Mount Carmel Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Mount Carmel 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Before You Book in Mount Carmel
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Mount Carmel, PA
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
Can the same technician fix my KitchenAid chest or upright freezer?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Mount Carmel, PA
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Mount Carmel
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.