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 Southfield, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Southfield
Within 30 miles of Southfield there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Southfield, and other nearby bases include Livonia (11), Detroit (9), and Madison Heights (4). Distances run up to about 11 miles. The closest is Motor City Appliance Repair, about 1.2 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions ice machine or refrigeration work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 38 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 2.1, 2.7 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
Closest matches for Southfield: Samco Facilities Maintenance (9.0 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.9 stars from 255 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.6 stars from 258 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (8.6 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
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 Southfield is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Southfield.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
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)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
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:
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
What Southfield Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Southfield 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 Southfield Repair Technician
- 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?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Southfield, MI
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Southfield
Ice Machine Repair Near Southfield
Before you call a Southfield 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.