LG owners in Wilkes-Barre usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. 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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LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Wilkes-Barre
Our data shows 29 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Wilkes-Barre. 1 list an address in Wilkes-Barre, and the rest are spread across Scranton (7), Pittston (3), and Kingston (2). Distances run up to about 26 miles. None of the repair companies near Wilkes-Barre name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.2 miles away. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 29 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| Mention freezers | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.5, 1.6 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
At the top of the Wilkes-Barre list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, based in Kingston, 4.7 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Pittston, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.5 miles away, based in Scranton, 4.8 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, based in Wilkes-Barre Township, 4.5 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your LG Ice Maker
How LG Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
- 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?
What LG Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| gF | Water flow sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| IS | Ice maker temperature sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
| IF | Ice maker fan 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
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice tastes or smells off
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Wilkes-Barre
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Wilkes-Barre and freezer repair in Wilkes-Barre.
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.
LG Repair Cost Ranges
An LG ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$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?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Wilkes-Barre, PA
Most ice maker calls in Wilkes-Barre 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Wilkes-Barre
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Wilkes-Barre, PA
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Can the same technician fix my LG chest or upright freezer?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Wilkes-Barre technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the LG ice maker itself.