A standalone ice machine is a small refrigeration system of its own, with its own water valve, freezing plate or grid, harvest cycle and drain. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Lakeland Highlands and the Polk County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Lakeland Highlands
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lakeland Highlands. Other nearby bases include Lakeland (16), Brandon (8), and Winter Haven (5). Distances run up to about 22 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 30 businesses. HWE ENTERPRI is the nearest, roughly 3.5 miles from Lakeland Highlands.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lakeland Highlands. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.5, 3.5, 4.0 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for Lakeland Highlands: TB Electronix (24.1 miles away, based in Zephyrhills, 4.3 stars from 437 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (4.9 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Brandon and Riverview (20.6 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Blinking light or error code
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Lakeland Highlands
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 Highlands is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Lakeland Highlands.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Water, Drains and Power
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. 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
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Lakeland Highlands
Most ice machine calls in Lakeland Highlands 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 Highlands
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Lakeland Highlands, FL
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Why is water coming from my ice machine?
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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 Lakeland Highlands technician a trip for parts.