Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. Below are the companies within reach of St. Martin, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Machine Repair in St. Martin, MS
Within 60 miles of St. Martin there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Mobile (14), Slidell (5), and Theodore (3). The farthest listed company is about 56 miles out. Gary's Appliance Sales, Service & Parts is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from St. Martin. 3 of them mention ice machine or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 37 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether St. Martin is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Martin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.1, 7.3, 8.1 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 47 |
| Mention ice machines | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
First up for St. Martin: Ice Machine Parts - Sales & Service (47.7 miles away, based in Mobile, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews); Restaurant Services, Inc. (44.6 miles away, based in Theodore, 5.0 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alston Refrigeration Co, Inc (46.3 miles away, based in Mobile, 4.8 stars from 21 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Biloxi, 4.4 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in St. Martin
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Blinking light or error code
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 St. Martin. Ice maker repair in St. Martin.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
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:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 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?
- 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?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for St. Martin
Most ice machine calls in St. Martin 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 St. Martin
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: St. Martin, MS
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
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Before you call a St. Martin 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.