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 Columbia Falls, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Columbia Falls, MT
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Columbia Falls. The rest are spread across Kalispell (5) and Polson (1). The farthest listed company is about 47 miles out. Nearest on the list: Montana Affordable Services, LLC., around 11.6 miles out. The 5 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Columbia Falls is inside its regular service area.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 6 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 11.6, 11.9, 12.3 |
Closest matches for Columbia Falls: Montana Affordable Services, LLC. (11.6 miles away, based in Kalispell, 5.0 stars from 371 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alg Service And Repair (16.5 miles away, based in Kalispell, 3.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bud Blocks Service & Appliances inc. (13.7 miles away, based in Kalispell, 4.5 stars from 116 reviews); Sweet Tea Smarts Appliance Repair & Rentals (11.9 miles away, based in Kalispell, 3.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Columbia Falls
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Blinking light or error code
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
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 Columbia Falls. Ice maker repair in Columbia Falls.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
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)
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:
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Columbia Falls, MT
Most ice machine calls in Columbia Falls come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
In Montana, you can check a license with the Montana DLI Construction Contractor Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Montana Department of Justice, Office of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Columbia Falls
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- 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: Columbia Falls, MT
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Does my ice maker need descaling?
Why is my ice cloudy?
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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 Columbia Falls faster.