When an ice machine in Georgetown slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Georgetown and the Scott County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Georgetown
19 repair companies serve Georgetown from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Georgetown itself, and the rest are spread across Lexington (9), Frankfort (4), and Winchester (3). Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. The closest is Mr. Appliance of Georgetown, about 0.8 miles away.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 12.6, 13.1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
Closest matches for Georgetown: Mr. Appliance of Georgetown (0.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 845 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Lexington KY (14.4 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.9 stars from 2,215 reviews); EJ's Appliance Repair (25.8 miles away, based in Winchester, 4.8 stars from 617 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (19.5 miles away, based in Frankfort, 4.7 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Georgetown
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- 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
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 Georgetown is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Georgetown.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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
Before replacing an ice machine in Georgetown, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Georgetown Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Georgetown come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Georgetown 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Georgetown, KY
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my ice cloudy?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
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Ice Machine Repair Near Georgetown
Before you call a Georgetown 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.