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 Lake Lorraine and the Okaloosa County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Lake Lorraine, FL
Our data shows 13 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lake Lorraine. The rest are spread across Destin (3), Fort Walton Beach (2), and Navarre (2). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. The 13 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars. The closest is SECOND CHANCE USED APPLIANCES & REPAIR, Fort Walton Beach, FL, about 2.3 miles away.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.3, 3.0, 5.3 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
At the top of the Lake Lorraine list: Surfside Appliance Repair (15.8 miles away, based in Navarre, 4.9 stars from 87 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Fort Walton Beach, 4.6 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Spot (16.7 miles away, based in Santa Rosa Beach, 5.0 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Appliance Service of Destin (6.0 miles away, based in Destin, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Lake Lorraine
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- White scale on the visible water parts
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
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 Lake Lorraine is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Lake Lorraine.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour 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.
Local Notes for Lake Lorraine
Most ice machine calls in Lake Lorraine 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.
Before You Book in Lake Lorraine
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Lake Lorraine, FL
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
How much does ice machine repair cost in Lake Lorraine?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Lake Lorraine
Ice Machine Repair Near Lake Lorraine
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 Lake Lorraine technician a trip for parts.