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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Newton and the Catawba County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Newton
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Newton. 2 of them are based in Newton itself, and other nearby bases include Mooresville (7), Huntersville (6), and Hickory (5). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars. Nearest on the list: Local Appliance Repair Newton, around 0.9 miles out.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.8, 5.0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 40 |
Closest matches for Newton: A1 Appliance Repair Hickory (9.2 miles away, based in Hickory, 5.0 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick Reliable Appliance Repair of Mooresville, NC (19.2 miles away, based in Mooresville, 4.7 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Gastonia (27.8 miles away, based in Gastonia, 4.7 stars from 410 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LKN Appliance Repair (16.9 miles away, based in Denver, 5.0 stars from 97 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
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
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 Newton. Ice maker repair in Newton.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
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
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:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Newton
Most ice machine calls in Newton 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.
Questions to Ask a Newton Repair Technician
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Newton, NC
Why is my ice cloudy?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Newton
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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 Newton technician a trip for parts.