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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice machines and refrigeration at the top.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Palmetto, FL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Palmetto. 2 list an address in Palmetto, and other nearby bases include Bradenton (20) and Sarasota (18). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Dan Demers Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Palmetto. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.9, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Palmetto: Teodor Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Bradenton, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Well Done Home Solutions Inc. (6.8 miles away, based in Bradenton, 5.0 stars from 134 reviews); Alpha Appliance Solutions, LLC (10.0 miles away, based in Sarasota, 5.0 stars from 304 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Manatee County & N. Sarasota (8.7 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.8 stars from 778 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Palmetto
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Palmetto. Ice maker repair in Palmetto.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
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
Before replacing an ice machine in Palmetto, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $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?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Palmetto
Most ice machine calls in Palmetto 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Palmetto
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Palmetto, FL
Do you cover Palmetto and nearby towns?
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
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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 Palmetto technician a trip for parts.