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 Decatur and the Morgan County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Decatur
We found 29 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Decatur. Other nearby bases include Huntsville (14), Madison (5), and Athens (4). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. 1 lists ice machine or refrigeration work specifically. The closest is Assured Appliance Repair Madison, about 14.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 23 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Decatur. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 14.8, 14.9, 15.3 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 29 |
At the top of the Decatur list: Cullman Appliance & HVAC Repair LLC (28.2 miles away, based in Cullman, 5.0 stars from 1,843 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Huntsville (23.8 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.8 stars from 1,723 reviews); H&S Appliance Repair Goldridge (27.2 miles away, based in Cullman, 4.8 stars from 370 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in Athens, 4.2 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Ice tastes or smells off
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Decatur
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Decatur. Ice maker repair in Decatur.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Water, Drains and Power
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)
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 inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 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?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Around Decatur
Most ice machine calls in Decatur 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Decatur
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Decatur, AL
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Decatur
Ice Machine Repair Near Decatur
Before you call a Decatur technician, check that the water supply valve is open, the machine has power, and the drain is not backed up. Note when it last made ice and whether it has been cleaned or descaled recently.