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. 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.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Eatonton
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Eatonton. The rest are spread across Macon (10), Covington (6), and Conyers (4). The farthest listed company is about 44 miles out. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 17.4 miles out. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Eatonton is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Eatonton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 30 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 17.4, 19.2, 20.5 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 18 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Eatonton are Mr. Appliance of Athens (37.2 miles away, based in Watkinsville, 4.9 stars from 457 reviews); SC Appliance Repair (27.8 miles away, based in Social Circle, 4.8 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Athens Appliance Repair (44.2 miles away, based in Athens, 5.0 stars from 1,341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Athens Appliance Repair (37.1 miles away, based in Monroe, 5.0 stars from 192 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Eatonton
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
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 Eatonton is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Eatonton.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
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:
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 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?
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Eatonton
Most ice machine calls in Eatonton come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Eatonton
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Eatonton, GA
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
How much does ice machine repair cost in Eatonton?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Eatonton, GA
Ice Machine Repair Near Eatonton
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 Eatonton technician a trip for parts.