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 Homer, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Homer
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 119 miles of Homer. 1 of them are based in Homer itself, and other nearby bases include Anchorage (4) and Soldotna (1). Anchor River Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Homer. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 5 businesses. Homer is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (119 mi) | 6 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 60.4, 117.8 |
At the top of the Homer list: Anchor River Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.5 stars from 15 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Anchorage (119.0 miles away, based in Anchorage, 4.8 stars from 438 reviews); Reliable Appliance (118.1 miles away, based in Anchorage, 4.7 stars from 1,283 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave the Appliance Guy (119.0 miles away, based in Anchorage, 5.0 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Homer
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Homer. Ice maker repair in Homer.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in Homer, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- 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?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator 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 Homer Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Homer 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.
Before You Book in Homer
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Homer, AK
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
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Write down the brand, model and serial number from the label behind the front grille or inside the door, and note any blinking light or code. It saves a Homer technician a trip for parts.