LG owners in Essex Junction 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.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with LG. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair LG ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Independent LG Ice Maker Technicians, Essex Junction VT
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Essex Junction. 1 list an address in Essex Junction, and other nearby bases include Plattsburgh (3), St Albans City (2), and Williston (1). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Nearest on the list: Dan Reed and Daughter's Major Appliance Repair, around 1.2 miles out. None of the repair companies near Essex Junction name LG in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 11 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 2.9, 6.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
Closest matches for Essex Junction: Advanced Appliance (6.9 miles away, based in Colchester, 4.9 stars from 359 reviews); Marcotte Appliance (9.5 miles away, based in Shelburne, 4.7 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.5 miles away, based in Plattsburgh, 4.5 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.7 miles away, based in Plattsburgh, 4.6 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
LG ice makers come in several designs, including Slim SpacePlus ice system, dual ice makers, 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), bottom-freezer refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
LG Lines Technicians Work On
How LG Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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?
Common LG Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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
Testing or Resetting an LG Ice Maker
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 |
| IS | Ice maker temperature sensor fault. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator Error Codes |
When to Call for LG Ice Maker Repair
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Essex Junction and freezer repair in Essex Junction.
Keeping an LG Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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.
What LG Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing an LG refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
What to Have Ready for an LG Call
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
What Essex Junction Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Essex Junction 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.
No separate Vermont appliance repair license was identified, but anyone who installs, inspects or services natural gas or propane systems, including appliances, must hold a gas certification from the Division of Fire Safety. Source: Vermont Division of Fire Safety: Natural and LP Gas Certifications
In Vermont, you can check a license with the DFS Licensing MasterList (Vermont Open Data: licensed electricians, plumbers and gas certifications) or report a problem to the Vermont Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance Program.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Essex Junction
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Essex Junction, VT
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Why is my LG refrigerator showing a code?
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Nearby Towns Served From Essex Junction
LG ice maker and freezer repair for St. Albans is handled by the same companies listed for Essex Junction. Each town also has its own freezer repair page with the nearest companies:
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Essex Junction technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the LG ice maker itself.