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. 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.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Ruskin
40 repair companies serve Ruskin from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Ruskin itself, and the rest are spread across St. Petersburg (11), Riverview (7), and Tampa (4). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars. Quality Complete Home Services Inc is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Ruskin.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.3, 2.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Ruskin list: GC APPLIANCE REPAIRS (24.6 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.6 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances Fix & Care LLC (13.2 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Squad (15.2 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.9 stars from 1,272 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Brandon and Riverview (15.6 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Ruskin
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
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 Ruskin is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Ruskin.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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 inlet valve: $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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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 Ruskin, FL
Most ice machine calls in Ruskin 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 Ruskin
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Ruskin, FL
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
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Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
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 Ruskin technician a trip for parts.