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 Shepherdstown list starts with companies that name KitchenAid, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with KitchenAid. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair KitchenAid ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Independent KitchenAid Ice Maker Technicians, Shepherdstown WV
Our data shows 26 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Shepherdstown. The rest are spread across Frederick (8), Leesburg (6), and Hagerstown (4). Distances run up to about 29 miles. WV Blue Ridge Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 8.1 miles from Shepherdstown. No company within 90 miles of Shepherdstown mentions KitchenAid by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 26 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.1, 9.0, 13.5 |
At the top of the Shepherdstown list: Sears Appliance Repair (21.6 miles away, based in Frederick, 4.3 stars from 715 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Frederick County (21.4 miles away, based in Frederick, 4.7 stars from 514 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in Hagerstown, 4.3 stars from 282 reviews, lists Saturday hours); WV Blue Ridge Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Ranson, 4.8 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
KitchenAid Lines Technicians Work On
How KitchenAid Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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)
KitchenAid Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
KitchenAid Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Shepherdstown and freezer repair in Shepherdstown.
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
What KitchenAid Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A KitchenAid ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Shepherdstown, WV
Most ice maker calls in Shepherdstown 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.
West Virginia's Division of Labor certifies HVAC technicians for installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating and cooling system components, and the law has no specific appliance repair license or exemption. Source: West Virginia Code Chapter 21, Article 16 (HVAC technician certification), Division of Labor
In West Virginia, you can check a license with the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board License Lookup or report a problem to the West Virginia Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division.
Before You Book in Shepherdstown
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
KitchenAid Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Shepherdstown, WV
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Can the same technician fix my KitchenAid chest or upright freezer?
How do I find a technician who knows KitchenAid ice makers?
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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.