When an ice machine in Swartz Creek slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Swartz Creek and the Genesee County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Swartz Creek, MI
25 repair companies serve Swartz Creek from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Flint (4), Waterford Township (3), and Flushing (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 3.1 miles away.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 25 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 7.0, 7.3 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
First up for Swartz Creek: Kearsley Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Flint, 4.8 stars from 697 reviews); Michigan Appliance Repair (23.2 miles away, based in Hartland, 4.8 stars from 863 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Flint, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater Livingston County (29.6 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 957 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Swartz Creek
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
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 Swartz Creek. Ice maker repair in Swartz Creek.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. 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
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:
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 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?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Swartz Creek Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Swartz Creek 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.
Before You Book in Swartz Creek
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Swartz Creek, MI
Do you cover Swartz Creek and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
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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 Swartz Creek technician a trip for parts.