LG owners in Santa Monica usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Santa Monica list starts with companies that name LG, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Independent LG Ice Maker Technicians, Santa Monica CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Santa Monica. 13 of them are based in Santa Monica itself, and other nearby bases include Beverly Hills (9), Los Angeles (8), and Culver City (3). No company within 30 miles of Santa Monica names LG in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Everest Tower Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Santa Monica. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.4, 0.5 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 29 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
At the top of the Santa Monica list: Omar Appliance LG & Samsung Repair Service (10.4 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Akaya Appliance LG & Samsung Repair Service. (9.4 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Appliance Repair LG & Thermador (12.4 miles away, based in Van Nuys, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Samsung & LG Appliance Repair (10.9 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 5.0 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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?
LG Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Water or ice at the bottom of the freezer. Defrost water may be bypassing the drain tray, so unplug the unit, leave the doors open until all ice melts, then restart it. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Troubleshooting: Leaking Inside My LG Refrigerator
Testing or Resetting an LG Ice Maker
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 |
| gF | Water flow 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 |
LG smart refrigerators include Smart Diagnosis self-diagnostic tools, and Wi-Fi models can run diagnostics through the LG ThinQ app. Source: LG USA - InstaView Refrigerators
When to Call for LG Ice Maker Repair
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice clumping in the bucket
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Not sure it is an LG problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Santa Monica and freezer repair in Santa Monica.
Keeping an LG Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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?
- 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.
What LG Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Most LG ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Santa Monica
Most ice maker calls in Santa Monica 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).
Hiring a Repair Company in Santa Monica
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- How often do you repair LG ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Santa Monica, CA
Should I repair or replace my LG refrigerator?
Is this LG customer service?
Can the same technician fix my LG chest or upright freezer?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
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LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Santa Monica
Write down any code or light your LG display shows and when it appears. It helps a Santa Monica technician bring the right parts.