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. The Bath list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Bath, ME
Our data shows 18 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Bath. The rest are spread across Portland (5), Auburn (3), and Boothbay (1). The farthest listed company is about 55 miles out. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Nearest on the list: Blackman Appliance Repair, around 12.5 miles out. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Bath is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bath. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 12.5, 21.6, 23.3 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 3 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 18 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
At the top of the Bath list: Agren (31.9 miles away, based in South Portland, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Guys (21.6 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.6 stars from 365 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.3 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.4 stars from 522 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Center of Maine (24.9 miles away, based in Gray, 4.7 stars from 157 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Blinking light or error code
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
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 Bath is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Bath.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
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
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:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Bath
Most ice machine calls in Bath come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Bath
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Bath, ME
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
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Before you call a Bath 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.