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. The Maltby list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by KitchenAid. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact KitchenAid directly.
Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Maltby
Within 30 miles of Maltby there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Bothell (8), Kirkland (7), and Redmond (5). Distances run up to about 9 miles. The closest is FixFlow Appliance, about 2.2 miles away. None of the repair companies near Maltby name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Maltby. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.6, 3.4 |
The leading options for Maltby are HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (6.8 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GreenFix Appliance Repair LLC (8.3 miles away, based in Redmond, 5.0 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (5.2 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GR Solution Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your KitchenAid Ice Maker
What Makes KitchenAid Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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 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
- 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
Testing or Resetting a KitchenAid Ice Maker
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 will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a KitchenAid problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Maltby and freezer repair in Maltby.
Owner Care for KitchenAid Ice Makers
- 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
Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 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
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Maltby, WA
Most ice maker calls in Maltby 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Maltby
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Maltby, WA
Is this KitchenAid customer service?
How do I reset my ice maker?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
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Write down any code or light your KitchenAid display shows and when it appears. It helps a Maltby technician bring the right parts.