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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Tarpon Springs and the Pinellas County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Tarpon Springs, FL
40 repair companies serve Tarpon Springs from within 30 miles. 5 of them are based in Tarpon Springs itself, and other nearby bases include New Port Richey (11), Holiday (7), and Palm Harbor (7). Appliance Repair Technologies Tarpon Springs is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Tarpon Springs. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tarpon Springs. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.5, 0.7 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
At the top of the Tarpon Springs list: GC APPLIANCE REPAIRS (13.6 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.6 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixer (5.1 miles away, based in New Port Richey, 4.9 stars from 336 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Clearwater, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Pasco County (6.6 miles away, based in New Port Richey, 4.7 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Ice tastes or smells off
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 Tarpon Springs is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Tarpon Springs.
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)
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
Before replacing an ice machine in Tarpon Springs, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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.
What Tarpon Springs Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Tarpon Springs 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 Tarpon Springs
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Tarpon Springs, FL
How much does ice machine repair cost in Tarpon Springs?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
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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 Tarpon Springs technician a trip for parts.