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 Pinecrest, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Pinecrest
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Pinecrest. Other nearby bases include Miami (23), Coral Gables (9), and Palmetto Bay (5). Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars. The closest is Appliance Repair and Service Coral, about 1.4 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pinecrest. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.5, 2.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
At the top of the Pinecrest list: Gasket Doctor (23.9 miles away, based in Pembroke Pines, 4.9 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Los Nachos Appliance Services (4.8 miles away, based in Palmetto Bay, 5.0 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Flamingo Appliance Service (6.5 miles away, based in Miami, 4.5 stars from 7,231 reviews); Applianceteck (6.6 miles away, based in Miami, 4.6 stars from 438 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Blinking light or error code
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Pinecrest
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Pinecrest. Ice maker repair in Pinecrest.
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)
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:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Pinecrest, FL
Most ice machine calls in Pinecrest 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 Pinecrest
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- 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: Pinecrest, FL
Which areas near Pinecrest do these technicians cover?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
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Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Pinecrest
Ice Machine Repair Near Pinecrest
Before you call a Pinecrest 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.