Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Lakeland and the Polk County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Lakeland, FL
Within 30 miles of Lakeland there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 16 of them are based in Lakeland itself, and other nearby bases include Winter Haven (5), Zephyrhills (5), and Plant City (2). Distances run up to about 22 miles. Of those, 1 mentions ice machine or refrigeration work by name. Nearest on the list: Kevin Jenkins Appliance Specialists, around 0.8 miles out. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lakeland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Lakeland: TB Electronix (18.8 miles away, based in Zephyrhills, 4.3 stars from 437 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (1.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews); Perfect Appliance Repair Tampa (21.0 miles away, based in Zephyrhills, 5.0 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Lakeland
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Ice tastes or smells off
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 Lakeland is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Lakeland.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
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 inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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 Lakeland, FL
Most ice machine calls in Lakeland 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 Lakeland
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Lakeland, FL
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Do you cover Lakeland and nearby towns?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Related Repair Pages for Lakeland
Ice Machine Repair Near Lakeland
Before you call a Lakeland 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.