Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs in Puyallup involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Puyallup list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Independent KitchenAid Ice Maker Technicians, Puyallup WA
Within 30 miles of Puyallup there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Puyallup, and the rest are spread across Tacoma (10), Federal Way (6), and Auburn (6). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. The closest is TechFix Appliance Solutions Puyallup, about 1.4 miles away. None of the repair companies near Puyallup name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Puyallup. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.6, 2.7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
Closest matches for Puyallup: Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.9 miles away, based in Spanaway, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&H Appliance and Home services (8.2 miles away, based in Federal Way, 4.9 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Leon's Luxury repair & installation (5.9 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews).
KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, In-Door-Ice system, in-freezer ice maker, and dual ice makers, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells bottom-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), four-door refrigerator, and undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers.
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes KitchenAid Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
An electric water valve feeds the ice maker and dispenser, and it buzzes if the ice maker is switched on without a water supply connected. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - Refrigerator Normal Sounds and Noises
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
- 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
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
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is a KitchenAid problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Puyallup and freezer repair in Puyallup.
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
- 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
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:
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$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?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
What Puyallup Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Puyallup 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.
Before You Book in Puyallup
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Puyallup, WA
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
How do I reset my ice maker?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Puyallup technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.