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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions KitchenAid and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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 Oakland
Within 30 miles of Oakland there are 32 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Memphis (10), Bartlett (4), and Collierville (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Oakland mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Arlington Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 8.7 miles from Oakland. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Oakland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.7, 10.7, 12.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 32 |
First up for Oakland: Sears Appliance Repair (14.5 miles away, based in Memphis, 4.6 stars from 941 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Memphis (12.8 miles away, based in Cordova, 4.7 stars from 1,977 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.8 miles away, based in Collierville, 4.6 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.7 miles away, based in Covington, 4.9 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), In-Door-Ice system, and dual ice makers, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, bottom-freezer refrigerator, built-in side-by-side refrigerator, and four-door refrigerator.
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes KitchenAid Ice Maker Repairs Different
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)
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 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
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice clumping in the bucket
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Oakland and freezer repair in Oakland.
Care KitchenAid Recommends
- 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
KitchenAid Repair Cost Ranges
Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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 freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around Oakland
Most ice maker calls in Oakland 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Oakland
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Oakland, TN
Can the same technician fix my KitchenAid chest or upright freezer?
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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.