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 Derby, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Derby, CO
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Derby. Other nearby bases include Thornton (13), Denver (9), and Westminster (8). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Nearest on the list: Rick's Appliance Sales & Service, around 0.9 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Derby. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.9, 1.9 |
At the top of the Derby list: Repair Porter Inc - Cherry Creek (8.6 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reed Restaurant Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.2 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FiXiFY Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix Master Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Thornton, 5.0 stars from 223 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- White scale on the visible water parts
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
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 Derby is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Derby.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in Derby, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 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 credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Derby
Most ice machine calls in Derby come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Colorado's Division of Professions and Occupations has no appliance repair license; its trade licenses cover plumbing and electrical work. Source: Occupational Professions (Colorado DORA Division of Professions and Occupations)
In Colorado, you can check a license with the Colorado DORA License Lookup or report a problem to the Colorado Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Derby
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Derby, CO
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Which areas near Derby do these technicians cover?
How much does ice machine repair cost in Derby?
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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 Derby technician a trip for parts.