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. The Porters Neck list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Porters Neck
Within 30 miles of Porters Neck there are 14 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Wilmington (11), Rocky Point (1), and Navassa (1). Distances run up to about 25 miles. The closest is Mastertech Services Inc, about 2.5 miles away. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Porters Neck. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 3.4, 5.7 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 14 |
The leading options for Porters Neck are Mr. Appliance of Wilmington NC (7.5 miles away, based in Wilmington, 4.8 stars from 1,215 reviews); Appliance Service Co (11.6 miles away, based in Wilmington, 4.7 stars from 240 reviews); A & D Appliance Repair (12.0 miles away, based in Wilmington, 4.8 stars from 140 reviews); Archer's Appliance & TV Repair (8.9 miles away, based in Wilmington, 4.3 stars from 275 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice tastes or smells off
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 Porters Neck. Ice maker repair in Porters Neck.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. 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
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
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?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Porters Neck
Most ice machine calls in Porters Neck 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Porters Neck
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Porters Neck, NC
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Ice Machine Repair Near Porters Neck
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 Porters Neck faster.