Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs in Gaffney involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions KitchenAid and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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.
Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Gaffney
We found 18 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Gaffney. 3 list an address in Gaffney, and the rest are spread across Spartanburg (5), Boiling Springs (2), and Kings Mountain (2). No company within 90 miles of Gaffney mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Wilson Appliance Services & Repair, about 0.4 miles away. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 18 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 11.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
The leading options for Gaffney are Turner's Appliance Repair & Refrigeration (11.8 miles away, based in Chesnee, 4.9 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wayne's Appliance Service (27.8 miles away, based in York, 4.8 stars from 52 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (15.5 miles away, based in Shelby, 4.6 stars from 101 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DP Appliance Repair (19.5 miles away, based in Boiling Springs, 4.5 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), dual ice makers, 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.
Know Your KitchenAid Ice Maker
What Makes KitchenAid Ice Maker Repairs Different
The undercounter ice makers need 30 to 120 psi of water pressure, and a dirty air-cooled condenser can cut output to little or no ice and overheat parts. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Thin, Cloudy or Clumpy Ice - Freestanding Ice Maker
What KitchenAid Says to Check First
- Ice maker frozen / ice buildup. Set the fridge to 33 to 40°F and the freezer to 0°F and let them run 24 hours; KitchenAid suggests a professional to thaw a frozen water line. Source: KitchenAid - Refrigerator Ice Maker Troubleshooting
- 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
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
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
What Gets Fixed on a Gaffney Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Gaffney and freezer repair in Gaffney.
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
- 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:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
Around Gaffney
Most ice maker calls in Gaffney 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
Questions to Ask a Gaffney Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Gaffney, SC
Why is my KitchenAid refrigerator showing a code?
Do you work for KitchenAid?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Can the same technician fix my KitchenAid chest or upright freezer?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Gaffney technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.