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 Opelousas
We found 20 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Opelousas. 3 list an address in Opelousas, and other nearby bases include Lafayette (7), Eunice (2), and Scott (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions ice machine or refrigeration work by name. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 3.1, 5.9 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 20 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
At the top of the Opelousas list: Cajun Cold Refrigeration, Inc (16.7 miles away, based in Lafayette, 5.0 stars from 9 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.3 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wayne's Heating, Air Conditioning & Appliances LLC (8.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 203 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Lafayette (26.4 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.9 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Opelousas
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Opelousas. Ice maker repair in Opelousas.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- 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.
Local Notes for Opelousas
Most ice machine calls in Opelousas 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Opelousas
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- 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?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Opelousas, LA
Which areas near Opelousas do these technicians cover?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
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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 Opelousas technician a trip for parts.