Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. 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 Southwest Ranches, FL
40 repair companies serve Southwest Ranches from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Southwest Ranches itself, and other nearby bases include Pembroke Pines (16), Miramar (9), and Cooper City (5). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Nearest on the list: APPLIANCES OF BROWARD, LLC, around 0.6 miles out. 1 of them mentions ice machine or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 33 businesses.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.3, 2.7 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for Southwest Ranches: Gasket Doctor (3.0 miles away, based in Pembroke Pines, 4.9 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixMyAppliance Weston (3.4 miles away, based in Weston, 5.0 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Spark Service PRO (7.6 miles away, based in Hollywood, 4.6 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours); United Appliance Repair - Same Day Service (6.9 miles away, based in Cooper City, 4.6 stars from 662 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Southwest Ranches
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- White scale on the visible water parts
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
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 Southwest Ranches is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Southwest Ranches.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
Use copper or PEX tubing for the ice maker connection; polyethylene tubing and piercing-type or small saddle valves are not recommended because they restrict flow and clog more easily. 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
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:
- 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 dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Southwest Ranches, FL
Most ice machine calls in Southwest Ranches 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Southwest Ranches
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Southwest Ranches, FL
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Before you call a Southwest Ranches 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.