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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving South Sarasota and the Sarasota County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near South Sarasota
40 repair companies serve South Sarasota from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Sarasota (40). Nearest on the list: fix it or free appliance repair, around 1.4 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 18 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.6, 1.9 |
The leading options for South Sarasota are Alex Crew LLC Appliances Repair Services (22.7 miles away, based in North Port, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GOFIX Appliance (5.9 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.9 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alpha Appliance Solutions, LLC (7.4 miles away, based in Sarasota, 5.0 stars from 304 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.5 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in South Sarasota
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Blinking light or error code
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in South Sarasota
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 South Sarasota is the better fit. Ice maker repair in South Sarasota.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
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:
- 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for South Sarasota, FL
Most ice machine calls in South Sarasota 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 South Sarasota
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: South Sarasota, FL
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Ice Machine Repair Near South Sarasota
A note on whether the machine is making no ice, slow ice or cloudy ice, plus the model number, makes any ice machine repair in South Sarasota faster.