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. The San Rafael list starts with companies that name LG, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by LG. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact LG directly.
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near San Rafael
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of San Rafael. 10 list an address in San Rafael, and other nearby bases include Richmond (7), Novato (5), and Mill Valley (5). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. Nearest on the list: Marin County Appliance Repair by Hi-Tech, around 1.1 miles out. No company within 90 miles of San Rafael mentions LG by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Rafael. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention freezers | 1 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.2, 1.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
Closest matches for San Rafael: FixWell Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 100 reviews); UniFix Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance King (3.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 20 reviews); Marin County Appliance Repair by Hi-Tech (1.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which LG Ice Maker Do You Have?
LG ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice makers, Craft Ice (round ice spheres), and Slim SpacePlus ice system, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, LG sells counter-depth upright (column) freezer, top-freezer refrigerator, double-freezer French door refrigerator, and French door refrigerator (bottom freezer drawer).
LG Lines Technicians Work On
What an LG Technician Deals With
Depending on the model, the ice maker is switched by a power switch on its left side or by an Ice On/Off control on the panel, which may need the control lock released first. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator: Why is my refrigerator not making ice?
Common LG Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Craft Ice maker leaking. Partially close the supply valve, lower the freezer to 0°F or colder and check that the door gasket seals, since high pressure or warm air can cause it. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator: Why is the ice tray overfilling with water?
- 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?
LG Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| dS | Defrost temperature sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| IF | Ice maker fan fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| FS | Freezer temperature sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
LG Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
What a Freezer Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in San Rafael and freezer repair in San Rafael.
Care LG Recommends
- 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
An LG ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- 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.
What to Have Ready for an LG Call
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around San Rafael
Most ice maker calls in San Rafael 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).
Before You Book in San Rafael
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair LG ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: San Rafael, CA
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Do you work for LG?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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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.