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. Below are independent repair companies serving Waupun, with those that mention KitchenAid first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Waupun
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Waupun. The rest are spread across Fond du Lac (4), Oshkosh (4), and Sun Prairie (3). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 11.6 miles out. 1 of them mentions KitchenAid in their listing or website. The 40 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Waupun is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Mention KitchenAid | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 11.6, 16.3, 16.4 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
The leading options for Waupun are Sears Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Beaver Dam, 4.5 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Oshkosh (27.1 miles away, based in Oshkosh, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Silica For Your Home Parts & Service Department (16.4 miles away, based in Fond du Lac, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Fond Du Lac (16.7 miles away, based in Fond du Lac, 4.8 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which KitchenAid ice maker you have before you call: KitchenAid sells In-Door-Ice system, dual ice makers, undercounter freezer-drawer ice maker, and 15-inch undercounter ice maker (Clear Ice Technology). On the freezer side, KitchenAid sells undercounter refrigerator/freezer drawers, bottom-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), and side-by-side refrigerator.
KitchenAid Ice and Freezer Features
How KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Refrigerator ice makers come in several styles, switched by a wire shutoff arm (which a full bin lifts to the off position), an on/off switch on the ice maker or the freezer door wall, or the control panel menu on digital models. Source: KitchenAid Product Help - How to Turn the Ice Maker On and Off
What KitchenAid Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
When to Call for KitchenAid Ice Maker Repair
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice clumping in the bucket
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Waupun
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Waupun and freezer repair in Waupun.
Keeping a KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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
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:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Local Notes for Waupun
Most ice maker calls in Waupun 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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Waupun Repair Technician
- 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?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Waupun, WI
What should I do about a KitchenAid error code?
Do you work for KitchenAid?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Should I repair or replace my KitchenAid refrigerator?
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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.