Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Athens and the Limestone County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Athens
We found 31 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Athens. 4 list an address in Athens, and other nearby bases include Huntsville (15), Madison (5), and Ardmore (2). Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Nearest on the list: Jay's Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 31 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 1.4, 1.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
The leading options for Athens are Mr. Appliance of Huntsville (20.1 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.8 stars from 1,723 reviews); Dr. Dan's Appliance Service (15.5 miles away, based in Ardmore, 4.7 stars from 213 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.2 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jay's Appliance Repair (0.3 miles away, 4.2 stars from 87 reviews).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Blinking light or error code
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Athens. Ice maker repair in Athens.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Local Notes for Athens
Most ice machine calls in Athens come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Athens
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Athens, AL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Why is my ice cloudy?
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Ice Machine Repair Near Athens
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 Athens technician a trip for parts.