LG owners in Hawthorne usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Hawthorne, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with LG, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on LG Ice Makers Near Hawthorne
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hawthorne. 4 list an address in Hawthorne, and other nearby bases include Inglewood (10), Gardena (6), and Redondo Beach (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Hawthorne names LG in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Top Appliance Repair Hawthorne, about 0.4 miles away. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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 refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.4, 0.4 |
The leading options for Hawthorne are Omar Appliance LG & Samsung Repair Service (10.6 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Akaya Appliance LG & Samsung Repair Service. (13.0 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Samsung & LG Appliance Repair (12.9 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 5.0 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LG Appliances Repair Los Angeles (12.0 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which LG ice maker you have before you call: LG sells Slim SpacePlus ice system, dual ice makers, and Craft Ice (round ice spheres). Freezer styles include top-freezer refrigerator, counter-depth upright (column) freezer, double-freezer French door refrigerator, and French door refrigerator (bottom freezer drawer).
LG Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes LG Ice Maker Repairs Different
Some models flag a water flow sensor fault as gF, which LG says requires service. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator: Why is the ice tray overfilling with water?
Common LG Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Ice maker frozen / ice buildup. Ice forming at the bottom of the freezer points to a blocked drain, so unplug the unit and leave the doors open until all the ice melts, which can take one to three days. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator: Troubleshooting Ice Buildup in an LG Refrigerator
- Frost buildup in freezer. Confirm the freezer and fridge settings, make sure nothing keeps the door from closing and clean or reseat the door gasket, then watch it for 4 to 6 hours. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator: Frost Buildup - Freezer Only
Before You Call: The LG Reset
On ice makers with a tray, press and hold the test button under the tray for about three seconds (models without a tray use a paper clip through the access hole) until the tray or arms turn, with a towel underneath; a new install allows only one test in the first two hours. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator: Why is my refrigerator not making ice?
LG Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| IF | Ice maker fan fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| IS | Ice maker temperature sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| dS | Defrost temperature sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
Signs Your LG Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Hawthorne and freezer repair in Hawthorne.
Care LG Recommends
- For steady ice production, set the freezer to -4°F or colder and allow 24 hours after a change. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator: Why is my refrigerator not making ice?
- Replace the water filter if it has been in use longer than six months, and run about 2.5 gallons through the dispenser afterward to purge air. Source: LG USA - If Your LG Refrigerator Is Not Making Ice or Not Making Enough
Brand guides: LG Ice Maker Not Working: Causes and Fixes, LG Freezer Not Freezing: What to Check.
LG Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing an LG refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 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?
- 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?
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 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
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around Hawthorne
Most ice maker calls in Hawthorne 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Questions to Ask a Hawthorne Repair Technician
- How often do you repair LG ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hawthorne, CA
How do I find a technician who knows LG ice makers?
Is my LG ice maker worth repairing?
How do I reset my ice maker?
What should I do about an LG error code?
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LG ice maker and freezer repair for Del Aire is handled by the same companies listed for Hawthorne. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your LG 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.