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 Guntersville, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Guntersville, AL
Within 60 miles of Guntersville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Huntsville (15), Fort Payne (4), and Madison (4). The farthest listed company is about 39 miles out. Byrd's Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 9.0 miles from Guntersville. 1 lists ice machine or refrigeration work specifically. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Guntersville is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.0, 13.8, 13.9 |
The leading options for Guntersville are Cullman Appliance & HVAC Repair LLC (27.8 miles away, based in Cullman, 5.0 stars from 1,843 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Huntsville (30.9 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.8 stars from 1,723 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (13.8 miles away, based in Arab, 4.5 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); H&S Appliance Repair Goldridge (30.7 miles away, based in Cullman, 4.8 stars from 370 reviews).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Guntersville
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice tastes or smells off
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Guntersville
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 Guntersville is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Guntersville.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
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
Before replacing an ice machine in Guntersville, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- 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.
What Guntersville Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Guntersville 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 Guntersville
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Guntersville, AL
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
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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 Guntersville technician a trip for parts.