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 Temple Terrace, FL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Temple Terrace. 1 of them are based in Temple Terrace itself, and the rest are spread across Tampa (29), Brandon (6), and Thonotosassa (2). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Temple Terrace.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Temple Terrace. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.9, 3.9 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 15 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
The leading options for Temple Terrace are TB Electronix (17.9 miles away, based in Zephyrhills, 4.3 stars from 437 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GC APPLIANCE REPAIRS (12.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.6 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Excellence Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Tampa, 5.0 stars from 628 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Temple Terrace. Ice maker repair in Temple Terrace.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
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
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:
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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 Temple Terrace, FL
Most ice machine calls in Temple Terrace 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 Temple Terrace
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- 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: Temple Terrace, FL
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
How much does ice machine repair cost in Temple Terrace?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
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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 Temple Terrace technician a trip for parts.