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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions LG and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with LG, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Independent LG Ice Maker Technicians, Skokie IL
Within 30 miles of Skokie there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 list an address in Skokie, and other nearby bases include Evanston (10), Chicago (9), and Lincolnwood (3). None of the repair companies near Skokie name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. A Plus Appliance Repair Inc is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Skokie. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Skokie. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 51 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.7, 0.9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 20 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 19 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Skokie are UltraFix Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Glenview, 4.8 stars from 855 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sure Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Evanston, 5.0 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (3.8 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dara Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 144 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
LG ice makers come in several designs, including Craft Ice (round ice spheres), Slim SpacePlus ice system, and dual ice makers, and each one fails in its own way.
LG Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes LG Ice Maker Repairs Different
LG's ice makers run at 20 to 120 psi (40 to 120 psi on filtered models); the fill valve relies on pressure to snap shut, so low pressure can let it drip and overfill the tray, while high pressure calls for a regulator. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator: Why is the ice tray overfilling with water?
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
- 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
- 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
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 |
|---|---|
| dS | Defrost temperature sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| 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 |
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
Signs Your LG Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Not sure it is an LG problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Skokie and freezer repair in Skokie.
Care LG Recommends
- 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
- 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?
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:
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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 brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Skokie, IL
Most ice maker calls in Skokie 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Before You Book in Skokie
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Skokie, IL
Is my LG ice maker worth repairing?
Is this LG customer service?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How do I find a technician who knows LG ice makers?
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Write down any code or light your LG display shows and when it appears. It helps a Skokie technician bring the right parts.