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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Stafford Springs and the Tolland County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Stafford Springs
Within 30 miles of Stafford Springs there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Stafford Springs itself, and the rest are spread across Glastonbury (4), Enfield (3), and Springfield (3). The 29 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. The closest is Gary's Appliance., about 0.2 miles away.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 8.5, 10.5 |
The leading options for Stafford Springs are A Action Appliance Repair (16.0 miles away, based in Manchester, 4.8 stars from 1,608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.2 miles away, based in Holyoke, 4.6 stars from 324 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advantage Appliance Repair Inc. (20.6 miles away, based in West Springfield, 4.5 stars from 939 reviews); Cluett's (21.0 miles away, based in Ware, 4.5 stars from 130 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Blinking light or error code
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 Stafford Springs is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Stafford Springs.
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)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Stafford Springs, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $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?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour 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.
Around Stafford Springs
Most ice machine calls in Stafford Springs come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection does not list a separate appliance repair license; work on gas piping, approved gas appliances and refrigeration systems falls under its heating, piping and cooling license categories. Source: Heating Piping and Cooling License Types and Scope of Work (CT Department of Consumer Protection)
In Connecticut, you can check a license with the CT Department of Consumer Protection: Verify a License or report a problem to the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Stafford Springs
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Stafford Springs, CT
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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 Stafford Springs technician a trip for parts.