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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Independent LG Ice Maker Technicians, Scranton PA
Our data shows 28 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Scranton. 7 of them are based in Scranton itself, and the rest are spread across Pittston (3), Eynon (2), and Wilkes-Barre Township (2). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Scranton mentions LG by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The closest is Tom's Appliance Repair, about 0.1 miles away. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Scranton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
|---|---|
| Name freezer work | 1 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 28 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 1.5, 1.5 |
First up for Scranton: Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, 4.8 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Pittston, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.6 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.7 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Moosic, 4.7 stars from 74 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Ice and Freezer Designs
LG ice makers come in several designs, including dual ice makers, Slim SpacePlus ice system, and Craft Ice (round ice spheres), and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include counter-depth upright (column) freezer, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer drawer), side-by-side refrigerator, and top-freezer refrigerator.
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
Common LG Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- Water or ice at the bottom of the freezer. Defrost water may be bypassing the drain tray, so unplug the unit, leave the doors open until all ice melts, then restart it. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Troubleshooting: Leaking Inside My LG Refrigerator
LG Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| 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 |
| FS | Freezer temperature sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| FF | Freezer fan motor 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 tastes or smells off
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
What Gets Fixed on a Scranton Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is an LG problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Scranton and freezer repair in Scranton.
Owner Care for LG Ice Makers
- 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?
- 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.
Budgeting for an LG Ice Maker Repair
An LG ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 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: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit 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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
What Scranton Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Scranton 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Before You Book in Scranton
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Scranton, PA
Do you repair LG standalone freezers too?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Scranton, PA
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
Nearby Towns Served From Scranton
LG ice maker and freezer repair for Taylor, Moosic, and Old Forge is handled by the same companies listed for Scranton. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Write down any code or light your LG display shows and when it appears. It helps a Scranton technician bring the right parts.