A standalone ice machine is a small refrigeration system of its own, with its own water valve, freezing plate or grid, harvest cycle and drain. Below are the companies within reach of Ward, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Ward, AR
Within 30 miles of Ward there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Ward itself, and other nearby bases include North Little Rock (16), Sherwood (7), and Little Rock (5). Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Nearest on the list: Quick & Kind Appliance Repair, around 0.6 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ward. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 54 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 4.4, 4.6 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
First up for Ward: Central One Service (18.0 miles away, based in Sherwood, 4.7 stars from 1,519 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick & Kind Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Cabot, 4.6 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-Tech Appliance Service (25.7 miles away, based in Little Rock, 4.6 stars from 187 reviews).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Ward
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Blinking light or error code
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 Ward. Ice maker repair in Ward.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Water, Drains and Power
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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in Ward, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 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?
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.
Local Notes for Ward
Most ice machine calls in Ward come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. ยง 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Ward
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Ward, AR
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Do you cover Ward and nearby towns?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
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Before you call a Ward 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.