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 Lewiston
Within 60 miles of Lewiston there are 11 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 of them are based in Lewiston itself, and the rest are spread across Clarkston (2), Des Moines (1), and Moscow (1). Distances run up to about 23 miles. The closest is Homeland Appliance Repair, about 0.4 miles away. Across 10 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Lewiston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lewiston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 60 miles | 11 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.6, 0.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 4 |
Closest matches for Lewiston: CM Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.8 stars from 112 reviews); Lewiston MW & Appliance; (0.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 20 reviews); Sam's Appliance (2.4 miles away, 4.8 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.4 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Lewiston
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Blinking light or error code
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Lewiston
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Lewiston. Ice maker repair in Lewiston.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Water, Drains and Power
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in Lewiston, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 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?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 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?
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.
What Lewiston Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Lewiston come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Idaho's Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses does not list appliance repair as a licensed profession; gas piping and gas appliance work falls under the state's HVAC licensing, which includes specialty licenses for those trades. Source: Is My Profession Licensed? - Idaho DOPL
In Idaho, you can check a license with the Idaho DOPL Search for a License or Registration or report a problem to the Idaho Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Lewiston Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Lewiston, ID
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Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
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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 Lewiston technician a trip for parts.