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.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with LG. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair LG ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Who Works on LG Ice Makers Near Glenn Dale
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Glenn Dale. 1 of them are based in Glenn Dale itself, and other nearby bases include Laurel (6), Hyattsville (4), and Bowie (3). None of the repair companies near Glenn Dale name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Eagle Appliance service llc, about 1.1 miles away. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.7, 2.3 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
Closest matches for Glenn Dale: Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (5.8 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tanzanite Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Bowie, 4.3 stars from 426 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which LG ice maker you have before you call: LG sells Craft Ice (round ice spheres), dual ice makers, and Slim SpacePlus ice system. Freezer styles include French door refrigerator (bottom freezer drawer), top-freezer refrigerator, double-freezer French door refrigerator, and counter-depth upright (column) freezer.
LG Lines Technicians Work On
What an LG Technician Deals With
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
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
Reading an LG Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| IF | Ice maker fan fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| IS | Ice maker 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 |
LG Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- An error code or temperature alarm
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Not sure it is an LG problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Glenn Dale and freezer repair in Glenn Dale.
Keeping an LG Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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.
LG Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing an LG refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around Glenn Dale
Most ice maker calls in Glenn Dale 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Glenn Dale
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Glenn Dale, MD
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Should I repair or replace my LG refrigerator?
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Write down any code or light your LG display shows and when it appears. It helps a Glenn Dale technician bring the right parts.