If your LG ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. 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.
Who Works on LG Ice Makers Near Newport
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Newport. The rest are spread across Cincinnati (29), Covington (4), and Erlanger (2). Nearest on the list: Hank Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. None of the repair companies near Newport name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 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.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 18 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.5, 1.6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 15 |
At the top of the Newport list: Niceley’s Appliance Repair Inc. (8.0 miles away, based in Erlanger, 4.8 stars from 2,056 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hagedorn's Appliance (8.7 miles away, based in Erlanger, 4.8 stars from 1,208 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BA Appliance Repair Service (7.9 miles away, based in Cincinnati, 5.0 stars from 2,073 reviews); A-1 Appliance Service Co (8.2 miles away, based in Cincinnati, 4.8 stars from 1,034 reviews).
Which LG Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which LG ice maker you have before you call: LG sells dual ice makers, Slim SpacePlus ice system, and Craft Ice (round ice spheres).
Know Your LG Ice Maker
How LG Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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?
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
- 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
Reading an LG Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| IF | Ice maker fan fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| FS | Freezer temperature sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
When to Call for LG Ice Maker Repair
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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Owner Care for LG Ice Makers
- 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
- Replace the water filter if it has been in use longer than six months, and run about 2.5 gallons through the dispenser afterward to purge air. Source: LG USA - If Your LG Refrigerator Is Not Making Ice or Not Making Enough
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:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Newport, KY
Most ice maker calls in Newport 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.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Newport Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- How often do you repair LG ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Newport, KY
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What causes heavy frost buildup?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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The technicians listed for Newport also cover smaller towns nearby, including Bellevue and Dayton. If you are in one of them, the companies above are your closest LG ice maker and freezer repair options, and our helpline covers you too.
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Newport technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the LG ice maker itself.