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. The Oakland list starts with companies that name LG, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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, Oakland NJ
40 repair companies serve Oakland from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Paterson (6), Ridgewood (3), and Wayne (3). No company within 90 miles of Oakland mentions LG by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Dr Appliance Repair - Midland Park, about 5.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Oakland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.4, 5.4, 5.8 |
At the top of the Oakland list: Mr. Appliance of Bergen County (7.3 miles away, based in Ridgewood, 4.6 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Paramus, 4.4 stars from 266 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&D Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Prospect Park, 4.2 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Handler Appliance Inc (7.5 miles away, based in Wayne, 4.9 stars from 1,469 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which LG ice maker you have before you call: LG sells Slim SpacePlus ice system, dual ice makers, and Craft Ice (round ice spheres).
Know Your LG Ice Maker
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?
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?
What LG Says to Check First
- 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?
- 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
Before You Call: The LG Reset
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?
Reading an LG Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| IS | Ice maker temperature sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| FS | Freezer temperature sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| dS | Defrost temperature sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
LG Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- An error code or temperature alarm
What Gets Fixed on a Oakland Freezer Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Oakland and freezer repair in Oakland.
Care LG Recommends
- 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
- 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
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
An LG ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Oakland
Most ice maker calls in Oakland 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Before You Book in Oakland
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair LG ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Oakland, NJ
How do I find a technician who knows LG ice makers?
Do you repair LG standalone freezers too?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Oakland technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the LG ice maker itself.