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. Below are the companies within reach of Wendell, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Wendell, NC
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Wendell. 3 of them are based in Wendell itself, and other nearby bases include Raleigh (20), Wake Forest (3), and Clayton (2). The farthest listed company is about 22 miles out. The 40 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Swift Appliance Repair Organizers is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Wendell.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 2.6, 6.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
Closest matches for Wendell: JB Appliance Solutions (28.4 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.9 stars from 638 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Cary (21.8 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PRN Appliance Repair (16.8 miles away, based in Raleigh, 5.0 stars from 35 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (16.5 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.6 stars from 212 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Blinking light or error code
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
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 Wendell is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Wendell.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Wendell, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- 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?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Local Notes for Wendell
Most ice machine calls in Wendell 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 Wendell
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Wendell, NC
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
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