KitchenAid owners in Rio Bravo usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Rio Bravo, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent KitchenAid Ice Maker Technicians, Rio Bravo TX
Our data shows 8 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Rio Bravo. Other nearby bases include Laredo (8). Distances run up to about 13 miles. None of the repair companies near Rio Bravo name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Polar Tech, about 5.0 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 8 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Rio Bravo is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Companies within 60 miles | 8 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.0, 9.2, 9.7 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
At the top of the Rio Bravo list: G. C. Refrigeration (9.2 miles away, based in Laredo, 4.3 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.0 miles away, based in Laredo, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Polar Tech (5.0 miles away, based in Laredo, 4.5 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Estevis Appliance (12.1 miles away, based in Laredo, 4.6 stars from 27 reviews).
Which KitchenAid Ice Maker Do You Have?
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including In-Door-Ice system, 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology), dual ice makers, and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include built-in side-by-side refrigerator, four-door refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
How KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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 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
- 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
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
When to Call for KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Rio Bravo
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Owner Care for KitchenAid Ice Makers
- 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
- 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
KitchenAid Repair Cost Ranges
A KitchenAid ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Rio Bravo, TX
Most ice maker calls in Rio Bravo 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.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Rio Bravo
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Rio Bravo, TX
What should I do about a KitchenAid error code?
Do you repair KitchenAid standalone freezers too?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Rio Bravo
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.