Most LG ice maker and freezer repairs in Truckee involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Truckee, 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 Truckee
Within 30 miles of Truckee there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Truckee itself, and the rest are spread across Reno (15), Sparks (5), and Carson City (2). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. None of the repair companies near Truckee name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Nearest on the list: Costi's Appliance Repair, around 4.8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 21 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Truckee. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.8, 13.9, 18.6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 25 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
The leading options for Truckee are Mr. Appliance of Reno (24.6 miles away, based in Reno, 4.8 stars from 925 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.2 miles away, based in Reno, 4.5 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sargents Appliance Sales and Repair Service (26.3 miles away, based in Sparks, 4.9 stars from 330 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.2 miles away, based in Reno, 4.5 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your LG Ice Maker
How LG Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Ice that builds up at the bottom of the freezer usually means a blocked freezer drain, so defrost water refreezes instead of reaching the drain tray. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator: Troubleshooting Ice Buildup in an LG Refrigerator
LG Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
LG Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| FS | Freezer 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 |
| FF | Freezer fan motor 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
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- An error code or temperature alarm
What Gets Fixed on a Truckee Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is an LG problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Truckee and freezer repair in Truckee.
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?
- 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
Brand guides: LG Ice Maker Not Working: Causes and Fixes, LG Freezer Not Freezing: What to Check.
Budgeting for an LG Ice Maker Repair
Price the repair before replacing an LG refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does 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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Truckee, CA
Most ice maker calls in Truckee 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 Truckee
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Truckee, CA
Do you work for LG?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Truckee technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the LG ice maker itself.