Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs in Travelers Rest 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.
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KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Travelers Rest
36 repair companies serve Travelers Rest from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Greenville (10), Hendersonville (5), and Spartanburg (3). Nearest on the list: Atlas Appliance Repair, around 5.5 miles out. None of the repair companies near Travelers Rest name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.5, 6.6, 6.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 36 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
First up for Travelers Rest: The Olde Homestead, Inc. (6.8 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.9 stars from 1,104 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Greater Greenville (13.4 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,221 reviews); Appliance GrandMasters (9.4 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.7 stars from 1,162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.2 stars from 179 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which KitchenAid Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells in-freezer ice maker, undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, In-Door-Ice system, and 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
How KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
Common KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
Signs Your KitchenAid Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice tastes or smells off
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Travelers Rest and freezer repair in Travelers Rest.
Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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:
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
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
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Around Travelers Rest
Most ice maker calls in Travelers Rest 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Travelers Rest
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Travelers Rest, SC
Do you repair KitchenAid standalone freezers too?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is my KitchenAid ice maker worth repairing?
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KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Travelers Rest
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Travelers Rest technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.