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. Below are the companies within reach of West Miami, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving West Miami, FL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of West Miami. The rest are spread across Miami (22), Coral Gables (14), and Doral (2). Elite Appliance Repairs is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from West Miami. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from West Miami. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.1, 1.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
At the top of the West Miami list: Gasket Doctor (17.7 miles away, based in Pembroke Pines, 4.9 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Miami (4.3 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Max Appliance Repair Miami (2.4 miles away, based in Coral Gables, 4.9 stars from 236 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sub-Zero Repair Services (2.3 miles away, based in Coral Gables, 5.0 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in West Miami
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in West Miami
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for West Miami. Ice maker repair in West Miami.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in West Miami, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for West Miami
Most ice machine calls in West Miami 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 West Miami
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: West Miami, FL
Why is my ice cloudy?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
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Before you call a West Miami 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.