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. Below are the companies within reach of Bay City, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Bay City
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Bay City. 3 list an address in Bay City, and other nearby bases include Saginaw (3), Frankenmuth (2), and Sanford (2). Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 12 businesses. The closest is Drzewicki Services, about 1.0 miles away.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.9, 2.5 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
Closest matches for Bay City: Ernie Krygier Service (7.5 miles away, based in Saginaw, 4.7 stars from 450 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, 4.6 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Drzewicki Services (1.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 73 reviews); Art Noey Appliance (9.1 miles away, based in Saginaw, 4.8 stars from 432 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Blinking light or error code
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
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 Bay City. Ice maker repair in Bay City.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
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 maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Around Bay City
Most ice machine calls in Bay City come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Bay City
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Bay City, MI
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Before you call a Bay City 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.