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 Grayslake list starts with companies that name LG, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Grayslake
Within 30 miles of Grayslake there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Waukegan (6), Vernon Hills (4), and Buffalo Grove (4). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. None of the repair companies near Grayslake 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: A Absolute Appliance Repair, around 3.9 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.9, 4.0, 4.3 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Mention freezers | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Name ice maker work | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
At the top of the Grayslake list: AMZ Appliance Repair (12.5 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Lines Technicians Work On
How LG Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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?
What LG Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
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 |
|---|---|
| IS | Ice maker temperature sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| FF | Freezer fan motor 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 maker clicks or hums but does not fill
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Grayslake and freezer repair in Grayslake.
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?
- 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.
LG Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing an LG refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Grayslake, IL
Most ice maker calls in Grayslake 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.
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Hiring a Repair Company in Grayslake
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Grayslake, IL
Can the same technician fix my LG chest or upright freezer?
Should I repair or replace my LG refrigerator?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Grayslake technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the LG ice maker itself.