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. Below are the companies within reach of Winter Haven, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Winter Haven, FL
40 repair companies serve Winter Haven from within 30 miles. 5 list an address in Winter Haven, and the rest are spread across Lakeland (16), Kissimmee (6), and Davenport (4). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Mr. Appliance of Winter Haven is the nearest, roughly 1.8 miles from Winter Haven.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 3.3, 3.6 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 52 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
Closest matches for Winter Haven: Mr. Appliance of Winter Haven (1.8 miles away, 4.5 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Apex Air Conditioning & Refrigeration- Davenport (16.2 miles away, based in Davenport, 4.8 stars from 781 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (15.6 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (10.2 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Winter Haven
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- 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
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
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 Winter Haven is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Winter Haven.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost 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?
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 line installation for an ice maker: $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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
What Winter Haven Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Winter Haven 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 Winter Haven
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Winter Haven, FL
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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 Winter Haven technician a trip for parts.