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. Below are independent repair companies serving Elk River, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Elk River
Within 30 miles of Elk River there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Elk River itself, and the rest are spread across Blaine (5), Plymouth (4), and Ham Lake (3). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. None of the repair companies near Elk River name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Elk River Appliance Repair Expert, about 1.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 22 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Elk River. 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) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 7.5, 8.2 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
The leading options for Elk River are Omega Force Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Appliance Service (22.7 miles away, based in Maple Lake, 5.0 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (21.1 miles away, based in Fridley, 4.7 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Inc. (13.0 miles away, based in Anoka, 3.9 stars from 199 reviews).
LG Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which LG ice maker you have before you call: LG sells dual ice makers, Craft Ice (round ice spheres), and Slim SpacePlus ice system.
Know Your LG Ice Maker
What Makes LG Ice Maker Repairs Different
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?
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?
LG Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
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 |
| dS | Defrost 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
When to Call for LG Ice Maker Repair
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Elk River
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Care LG Recommends
- 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
- 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:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Local Notes for Elk River
Most ice maker calls in Elk River 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Before You Book in Elk River
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair LG ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Elk River, MN
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Can the same technician fix my LG chest or upright freezer?
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LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair for Towns Near Elk River
The technicians listed for Elk River also cover smaller towns nearby, including Zimmerman. 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.
Write down any code or light your LG display shows and when it appears. It helps a Elk River technician bring the right parts.