KitchenAid owners in West Richland usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The West Richland 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, West Richland WA
We found 23 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of West Richland. Other nearby bases include Yakima (4), Kennewick (3), and Pasco (3). Distances run up to about 57 miles. 2 of them mention KitchenAid in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Smart Appliance Repair, around 5.9 miles out. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether West Richland is inside its regular service area.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention KitchenAid | 2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.9, 7.9, 11.1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 23 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
At the top of the West Richland list: Fred's Appliance (11.1 miles away, based in Kennewick, 4.1 stars from 731 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VSG Appliances (14.5 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.9 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master's Appliance & Refrigeration, LLC (15.8 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.2 stars from 77 reviews); Columbia Appliance (27.4 miles away, based in Umatilla, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which KitchenAid Ice Maker Do You Have?
KitchenAid ice makers come in several designs, including undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, 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 side-by-side refrigerator, built-in side-by-side refrigerator, four-door refrigerator, and bottom-freezer refrigerator.
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes KitchenAid Ice Maker Repairs Different
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)
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
- 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
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 will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in West Richland and freezer repair in West Richland.
Care KitchenAid Recommends
- 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
- 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
KitchenAid Repair Cost Ranges
Most KitchenAid ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
Local Notes for West Richland
Most ice maker calls in West Richland 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 West Richland
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- How often do you repair KitchenAid ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: West Richland, WA
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Why is my KitchenAid refrigerator showing a code?
Do you work for KitchenAid?
Other Refrigeration Repair in West Richland
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near West Richland
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a West Richland technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the KitchenAid ice maker itself.