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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice machines and refrigeration at the top.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Jacksonville, NC
36 repair companies serve Jacksonville from within 60 miles. 5 of them are based in Jacksonville itself, and the rest are spread across Wilmington (11), New Bern (3), and Goldsboro (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.7 miles from Jacksonville. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 29 businesses. Jacksonville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.7, 3.6, 3.7 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 36 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
At the top of the Jacksonville list: Bell's Appliance Inc (5.5 miles away, 4.6 stars from 1,038 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aaron’s Appliance Repair (JACKSONVILLE) (4.6 miles away, 4.0 stars from 64 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 234 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Midway Park, 4.3 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- White scale on the visible water parts
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Blinking light or error code
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Jacksonville
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 Jacksonville is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Jacksonville.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Built-in ice maker 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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 Jacksonville
Most ice machine calls in Jacksonville come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Jacksonville
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Jacksonville, NC
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Which areas near Jacksonville do these technicians cover?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
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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 Jacksonville technician a trip for parts.