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 Lake Alfred, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Lake Alfred, FL
40 repair companies serve Lake Alfred from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Lake Alfred itself, and other nearby bases include Lakeland (16), Kissimmee (8), and Winter Haven (5). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. The closest is Appliance Ninja Inc, about 2.6 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Alfred. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.6, 2.8, 3.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
First up for Lake Alfred: TB Electronix (29.3 miles away, based in Zephyrhills, 4.3 stars from 437 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Apex Air Conditioning & Refrigeration- Davenport (10.4 miles away, based in Davenport, 4.8 stars from 781 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Winter Haven (5.5 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.5 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (9.2 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Lake Alfred. Ice maker repair in Lake Alfred.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
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)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in Lake Alfred, 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 dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Lake Alfred, FL
Most ice machine calls in Lake Alfred 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Lake Alfred
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Lake Alfred, FL
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Which areas near Lake Alfred do these technicians cover?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
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Before you call a Lake Alfred 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.