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.
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Who Works on LG Ice Makers Near Kettering
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kettering. Other nearby bases include Washington (7), Hyattsville (4), and Bowie (3). Tanzanite Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Kettering. None of the repair companies near Kettering name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 40 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 2.9, 4.9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
First up for Kettering: Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (2.9 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); SK Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tanzanite Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, based in Upper Marlboro, 4.4 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.6 miles away, based in Clinton, 4.1 stars from 220 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Lines Technicians Work On
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'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?
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
- 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?
The LG Ice Maker Test
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?
What LG Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| FF | Freezer fan motor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| FS | Freezer temperature sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| IF | Ice maker fan fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
Signs Your LG Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Not sure it is an LG problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Kettering and freezer repair in Kettering.
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
- 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:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 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
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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
- When the water filter was last changed
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
What Kettering Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Kettering 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.
Questions to Ask a Kettering Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- How often do you repair LG ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Kettering, MD
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Write down any code or light your LG display shows and when it appears. It helps a Kettering technician bring the right parts.