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 South Portland
Our data shows 25 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of South Portland. 1 of them are based in South Portland itself, and other nearby bases include Portland (5), Auburn (3), and Epping (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Nearest on the list: Agren, around 1.9 miles out. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether South Portland 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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.3, 3.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 25 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
First up for South Portland: Agren (1.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Metropolitan Services (2.3 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 76 reviews); McLaughlin Appliance Sales, Service & Parts (3.9 miles away, based in Scarborough, 4.3 stars from 51 reviews); Downeast Home Appliance Center (3.1 miles away, based in Portland, 4.2 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
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 South Portland is the better fit. Ice maker repair in South Portland.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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
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:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit 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.
Around South Portland
Most ice machine calls in South Portland 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.
Questions to Ask a South Portland Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: South Portland, ME
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
Do you cover South Portland and nearby towns?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
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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 South Portland technician a trip for parts.