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 Meridian, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Meridian, MS
Within 60 miles of Meridian there are 9 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Meridian itself, and other nearby bases include Philadelphia (3), Laurel (1), and Louisville (1). The farthest listed company is about 55 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 9 businesses. Nearest on the list: Direct Appliance Repair Specialists, around 1.4 miles out. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Meridian is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Meridian. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.0, 3.0 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 9 |
The leading options for Meridian are Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Meridian Electronic Services LLC (3.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 126 reviews); Direct Appliance Repair Specialists (1.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); W L Watkins Services Center.. (37.7 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.2 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Blinking light or error code
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Meridian. Ice maker repair in Meridian.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
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:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- 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.
Around Meridian
Most ice machine calls in Meridian come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Meridian
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Meridian, MS
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
Which areas near Meridian do these technicians cover?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Meridian, MS
Ice Machine Repair Near Meridian
A note on whether the machine is making no ice, slow ice or cloudy ice, plus the model number, makes any ice machine repair in Meridian faster.