An LG ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. Below are independent repair companies serving Des Moines, with those that mention LG first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by LG. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact LG directly.
Who Works on LG Ice Makers Near Des Moines
40 repair companies serve Des Moines from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Des Moines, and the rest are spread across Kent (13), Auburn (9), and Tukwila (3). No company within 90 miles of Des Moines mentions LG by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: SmartFix Hub Co., around 2.7 miles out. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Des Moines. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.7, 3.0, 3.0 |
At the top of the Des Moines list: Expert Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (7.5 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Luwa Luxury Appliance Services Seattle (5.2 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.6 stars from 117 reviews); A&H Appliance and Home services (7.2 miles away, based in Federal Way, 4.9 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
LG Lines Technicians Work On
What an LG Technician Deals With
Some models flag a water flow sensor fault as gF, which LG says requires service. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator: Why is the ice tray overfilling with water?
LG Symptoms and First Checks
- Ice maker leaking / tray overfilling. Overfilling is usually a water pressure problem, so check pressure at an outside faucet and adjust the supply valve or add a regulator before running the ice maker test. Source: LG USA - LG Refrigerator: Why is the ice tray overfilling with water?
- 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
Reading an LG Error Code
| 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 |
| gF | Water flow 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
LG Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
What Gets Fixed on a Des Moines Ice Maker Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Des Moines and freezer repair in Des Moines.
Keeping an LG Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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
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:
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
Local Notes for Des Moines
Most ice maker calls in Des Moines 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Des Moines Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
LG Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Des Moines, WA
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Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Des Moines technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the LG ice maker itself.