An LG 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. Below are independent repair companies serving Hermosa Beach, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Hermosa Beach
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hermosa Beach. 1 of them are based in Hermosa Beach itself, and the rest are spread across Torrance (12), Redondo Beach (5), and Gardena (5). Distances run up to about 6 miles. None of the companies within 30 miles mention LG by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Best Hermosa Beach Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 36 businesses.
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.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 1.3, 1.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
Closest matches for Hermosa Beach: Omar Appliance LG & Samsung Repair Service (14.7 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Akaya Appliance LG & Samsung Repair Service. (16.6 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Samsung & LG Appliance Repair (16.9 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 5.0 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LG Appliances Repair Los Angeles (15.9 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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What Makes LG Ice Maker Repairs Different
The ice maker needs the freezer below 19°F to make any ice, and LG recommends -4°F or colder for steady production. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator: Why is my refrigerator not making ice?
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
- Ice maker not making ice. Lower the freezer setting, confirm the ice maker is switched on and the panel is unlocked, then allow 24 hours. Source: LG USA - If Your LG Refrigerator Is Not Making Ice or Not Making Enough
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?
Reading an LG Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| gF | Water flow sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| IS | Ice maker temperature sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| dH | Defrost heating fault: the defrost sensor did not warm up enough within the expected time after defrost began. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
When to Call for LG Ice Maker Repair
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Not sure it is an LG problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Hermosa Beach and freezer repair in Hermosa Beach.
Keeping an LG Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Clean the door gaskets with warm water or mild detergent and keep food from blocking the doors, since leaky seals cause freezer frost. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator: Frost Buildup - Freezer Only
- Most models default to 0° in the freezer and 37° in the fresh-food section; confirm both settings before looking for other causes of frost. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator: Frost Buildup - Freezer Only
Brand guides: LG Ice Maker Not Working: Causes and Fixes, LG Freezer Not Freezing: What to Check.
Budgeting for an LG Ice Maker Repair
Most LG ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
What to Have Ready for an LG Call
- When the water filter was last changed
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
What Hermosa Beach Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Hermosa Beach 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 Hermosa Beach Repair Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Hermosa Beach, CA
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Do you work for LG?
Should I repair or replace my LG refrigerator?
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LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Hermosa Beach
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Hermosa Beach technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the LG ice maker itself.