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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Gretna and the Jefferson County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Gretna, LA
40 repair companies serve Gretna from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Gretna, and other nearby bases include Metairie (10), New Orleans (6), and Harahan (4). Distances run up to about 23 miles. The closest is CITY WIDE Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 3.6 stars across 35 businesses.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.3, 2.9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 22 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 46 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 18 |
First up for Gretna: Broussard Appliance Service (9.7 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); Professional Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews); A-Pro Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in Metairie, 5.0 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jefferson Appliance Repair, Inc. (9.6 miles away, based in Harahan, 4.7 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Gretna
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 Gretna is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Gretna.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. 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)
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:
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Gretna Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Gretna come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Gretna
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Gretna, LA
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Why is my ice cloudy?
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A note on whether the machine is making no ice, slow ice or cloudy ice, plus the model number, makes any ice machine repair in Gretna faster.