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 St. Clair and the St. Clair County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Ice Machine Repair in St. Clair, MI
16 repair companies serve St. Clair from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Clinton Township (5), Columbus (1), and Marine City (1). The 15 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Uncle Jack's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 8.8 miles from St. Clair.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.8, 9.0, 11.0 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
The leading options for St. Clair are Sears Appliance Repair (13.6 miles away, based in Fort Gratiot Township, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Uncle Jack's Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Columbus, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Macomb County (25.2 miles away, based in Mt Clemens, 4.8 stars from 245 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.7 miles away, based in Sterling Heights, 4.6 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Blinking light or error code
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
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 St. Clair is the better fit. Ice maker repair in St. Clair.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
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)
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:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 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?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit 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.
What St. Clair Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in St. Clair 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 St. Clair
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: St. Clair, MI
Do you cover St. Clair and nearby towns?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
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Ice Machine Repair Near St. Clair
Before you call a St. Clair 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.