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 Clare list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Clare
We found 30 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Clare. Other nearby bases include Bay City (3), Saginaw (3), and Mt Pleasant (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. The closest is Greg's Appliance Services., about 16.1 miles away. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Clare is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 30 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 16.1, 17.1, 17.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
Closest matches for Clare: Sears Appliance Repair (17.1 miles away, based in Mt Pleasant, 4.7 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Samaritan Appliance Sales and Service (22.4 miles away, based in Sanford, 4.8 stars from 626 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (30.2 miles away, based in Alma, 4.5 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Appliance & Refrigeration (17.4 miles away, based in Gladwin, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice tastes or smells off
- White scale on the visible water parts
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 Clare. Ice maker repair in Clare.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. 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:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 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?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Clare
Most ice machine calls in Clare 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 Clare
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
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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 Clare technician a trip for parts.