A standalone ice machine is a small refrigeration system of its own, with its own water valve, freezing plate or grid, harvest cycle and drain. Below are the companies within reach of Pittsburg, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Pittsburg
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Pittsburg. 2 list an address in Pittsburg, and the rest are spread across Joplin (7), Fort Scott (1), and Carthage (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Nearest on the list: Brian's Appliance Repair, around 0.6 miles out. The 12 rated companies in range average 3.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pittsburg. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.3, 20.5 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
At the top of the Pittsburg list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.5 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bowers Service Co (27.5 miles away, based in Carthage, 4.8 stars from 156 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Joplin (24.7 miles away, based in Joplin, 4.9 stars from 426 reviews); Big M Appliance Repair (27.6 miles away, based in Baxter Springs, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Pittsburg
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
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Pittsburg
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 Pittsburg is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Pittsburg.
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Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in Pittsburg, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Pittsburg, KS
Most ice machine calls in Pittsburg come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
In Kansas, you can report a problem to the Kansas Attorney General Public Protection Division (Consumer Protection).
Hiring a Repair Company in Pittsburg
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Pittsburg, KS
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Pittsburg
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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 Pittsburg technician a trip for parts.