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 Milan and the Washtenaw County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Milan
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Milan. The rest are spread across Livonia (8), Ann Arbor (5), and Monroe (3). Of those, 1 mentions ice machine or refrigeration work by name. Nearest on the list: Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC, around 10.3 miles out. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 55 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.3, 11.3, 13.9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 17 |
At the top of the Milan list: Samco Facilities Maintenance (25.9 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.9 stars from 255 reviews); Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC (10.3 miles away, based in Ann Arbor, 4.8 stars from 348 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Ann Arbor, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (26.3 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Milan
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Milan
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 Milan is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Milan.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
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:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour 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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Milan, MI
Most ice machine calls in Milan 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.
Questions to Ask a Milan Repair Technician
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Milan, MI
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Milan
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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 Milan technician a trip for parts.