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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Manistee and the Manistee County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Manistee, MI
12 repair companies serve Manistee from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Manistee, and other nearby bases include Traverse City (3), Hesperia (2), and Mayfield (1). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.5 miles away. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Manistee is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Manistee. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 1 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 12 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 47.3, 47.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
First up for Manistee: Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.5 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Adaptive Appliances (48.5 miles away, based in Traverse City, 4.9 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Appliance Repair Of West Michigan (48.2 miles away, based in Hesperia, 4.2 stars from 574 reviews); Max's Service (49.8 miles away, based in Traverse City, 4.4 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Blinking light or error code
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Manistee. Ice maker repair in Manistee.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. 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
Before replacing an ice machine in Manistee, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- 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?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
What Manistee Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Manistee 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Manistee
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Manistee, MI
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do you cover Manistee and nearby towns?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Manistee
More Ice Machine Repair Pages Nearby
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 Manistee technician a trip for parts.