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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Evergreen and the Flathead County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Evergreen, MT
Within 60 miles of Evergreen there are 6 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Kalispell (5) and Polson (1). Distances run up to about 37 miles. The closest is Montana Affordable Services, LLC., about 1.7 miles away. Across 5 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Evergreen is inside its regular service area.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 2.0, 2.7 |
First up for Evergreen: Montana Affordable Services, LLC. (1.7 miles away, based in Kalispell, 5.0 stars from 371 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alg Service And Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Kalispell, 3.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bud Blocks Service & Appliances inc. (3.7 miles away, based in Kalispell, 4.5 stars from 116 reviews); Sweet Tea Smarts Appliance Repair & Rentals (2.7 miles away, based in Kalispell, 3.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
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 Evergreen is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Evergreen.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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 line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- 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
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.
What Evergreen Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Evergreen 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.
Questions to Ask a Evergreen Repair Technician
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Evergreen, MT
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Evergreen, MT
Ice Machine Repair Near Evergreen
Before you call a Evergreen 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.