Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs in Lake Barcroft involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Lake Barcroft, 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.
Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Lake Barcroft
Within 30 miles of Lake Barcroft there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Alexandria (14), Falls Church (13), and Arlington (9). Distances run up to about 4 miles. No company within 90 miles of Lake Barcroft mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Sears Heating and Air Conditioning, about 1.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 34 businesses.
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.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 18 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.1, 1.2 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Lake Barcroft list: Appliance Repair Services (2.5 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Solutions Plus (2.2 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Alexandria VA - Appliance Surgeon (3.0 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
What a KitchenAid Technician Deals With
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
Common KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- Frost buildup in freezer. KitchenAid ties frost to air getting in, so it says to check that the door seals close fully and that the refrigerator is level. Source: KitchenAid - Troubleshoot Your Refrigerator's Possible Problems
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
Signs Your KitchenAid Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Lake Barcroft and freezer repair in Lake Barcroft.
Owner Care for KitchenAid Ice Makers
- Replace the refrigerator water filter about every six months or when the indicator comes on, since a clogged or loose filter cuts flow to the ice maker. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Ice Maker Not Working - Troubleshooting
- 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
What KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a KitchenAid refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Around Lake Barcroft
Most ice maker calls in Lake Barcroft 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Repair Company in Lake Barcroft
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Lake Barcroft, VA
Do you work for KitchenAid?
Is my KitchenAid ice maker worth repairing?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Lake Barcroft
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Lake Barcroft
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.