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. The Sun Lakes list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Sun Lakes
Within 30 miles of Sun Lakes there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Chandler (17), Gilbert (14), and Tempe (3). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars. Nearest on the list: MasterFix Appliance Services., around 3.0 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sun Lakes. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.0, 3.4, 3.7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Sun Lakes: Mr. Appliance of Maricopa (7.2 miles away, based in Chandler, 4.9 stars from 526 reviews); Valley Heating, Cooling & Appliances (11.6 miles away, based in Mesa, 4.8 stars from 1,830 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Thomas Home Services (9.7 miles away, based in Chandler, 4.7 stars from 1,423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tiger Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Gilbert, 4.7 stars from 1,145 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
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 Sun Lakes is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Sun Lakes.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
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)
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
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in Sun Lakes, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Around Sun Lakes
Most ice machine calls in Sun Lakes come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Arizona has no appliance-repair-specific license; work is regulated through Registrar of Contractors classifications, and state law removes the small-job (under $1,000) handyman exemption for any work connecting or repairing appliances on natural gas or propane. Source: A.R.S. 32-1121 - Persons not required to be licensed
In Arizona, you can check a license with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors Contractor Search or report a problem to the Arizona Attorney General Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Sun Lakes
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Sun Lakes, AZ
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
How much does ice machine repair cost in Sun Lakes?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
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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 Sun Lakes technician a trip for parts.