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 Clearwater list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Clearwater
Within 30 miles of Clearwater there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 17 of them are based in Clearwater itself, and the rest are spread across Largo (9), Palm Harbor (6), and Dunedin (3). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Fix-Anything | Virtual Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Clearwater. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Clearwater. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 0.9, 1.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 30 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
The leading options for Clearwater are GC APPLIANCE REPAIRS (11.6 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.6 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County (7.3 miles away, based in Oldsmar, 4.9 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Better Homes Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 466 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- White scale on the visible water parts
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 Clearwater is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Clearwater.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
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
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in Clearwater, 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?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
What Clearwater Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Clearwater come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Clearwater Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Clearwater, FL
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Do you cover Clearwater and nearby towns?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Clearwater, FL
Ice Machine Repair Near Clearwater
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 Clearwater technician a trip for parts.