Undercounter and built-in ice makers in kitchens, bars and outdoor kitchens fail for different reasons than a refrigerator ice maker: scale, drain problems and harvest faults lead the list. Below are the companies within reach of Fairbanks, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Fairbanks
6 repair companies serve Fairbanks from within 232 miles. 3 of them are based in Fairbanks itself, and other nearby bases include Wasilla (2) and Palmer (1). The farthest listed company is about 232 miles out. Appliance Service Company is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Fairbanks. The 6 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Fairbanks is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fairbanks. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Companies within 232 miles | 6 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 4.2, 7.9 |
The leading options for Fairbanks are Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, 1.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Goldstream Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 9 reviews); Appliance Service Company (1.9 miles away, 4.1 stars from 47 reviews); Reliable Appliance (231.8 miles away, based in Wasilla, 4.8 stars from 325 reviews).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Fairbanks
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Blinking light or error code
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Fairbanks
Refrigerator ice makers fail for different reasons than standalone machines. If yours is in the refrigerator door or freezer, the ice maker repair page for Fairbanks is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Fairbanks.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
Use copper or PEX tubing for the ice maker connection; polyethylene tubing and piercing-type or small saddle valves are not recommended because they restrict flow and clog more easily. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Fairbanks
Most ice machine calls in Fairbanks come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Alaska has no separate appliance repair license category; its certificates of fitness and contractor licenses cover plumbing, gas piping, electrical and construction work rather than appliance repair itself. Source: Mechanical Inspection - License Requirements (Alaska DOLWD)
In Alaska, you can check a license with the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing - License Search or report a problem to the Alaska Department of Law, Attorney General's Consumer Protection Unit.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Fairbanks
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Fairbanks, AK
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A note on whether the machine is making no ice, slow ice or cloudy ice, plus the model number, makes any ice machine repair in Fairbanks faster.