If your KitchenAid ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. 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.
Who Works on KitchenAid Ice Makers Near Salmon Creek
40 repair companies serve Salmon Creek from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Vancouver (30), Battle Ground (4), and Ridgefield (4). None of the repair companies near Salmon Creek name KitchenAid in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is C D Commercial Dishwashers, about 0.6 miles away. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Salmon Creek. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.0, 1.1 |
Closest matches for Salmon Creek: Sears Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Vancouver, 4.5 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Pro (7.7 miles away, based in Battle Ground, 4.9 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Vancouver (6.4 miles away, based in Vancouver, 4.7 stars from 935 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, based in Vancouver, 4.9 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including In-Door-Ice system, in-freezer ice maker, undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, and dual ice makers, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells built-in side-by-side refrigerator, undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, side-by-side refrigerator, and French door refrigerator (bottom freezer).
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
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
What KitchenAid Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
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
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
What Gets Fixed on a Salmon Creek Freezer Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Salmon Creek and freezer repair in Salmon Creek.
Care KitchenAid Recommends
- 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
- 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
What KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
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?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Salmon Creek, WA
Most ice maker calls in Salmon Creek 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Salmon Creek
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Salmon Creek, WA
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
Do you repair KitchenAid standalone freezers too?
How do I reset my ice maker?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
Related Repair Pages for Salmon Creek
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Salmon Creek
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.