Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Pineville and the Rapides County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Pineville
13 repair companies serve Pineville from within 60 miles. 2 list an address in Pineville, and other nearby bases include Alexandria (4), Bunkie (1), and Ville Platte (1). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Pineville. The 13 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Pineville is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 4.1, 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 13 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
At the top of the Pineville list: Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 108 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.2 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Henry's Appliance Services. (4.5 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.1 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); H.T.'s Appliance Repair, Inc. (5.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 3.3 stars from 32 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Blinking light or error code
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Ice tastes or smells off
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 Pineville is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Pineville.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. 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)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Pineville
Most ice machine calls in Pineville 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 Pineville
- 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?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Pineville, LA
Why is my ice cloudy?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
How much does ice machine repair cost in Pineville?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
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Before you call a Pineville 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.