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 Bloomingdale, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Bloomingdale
Within 30 miles of Bloomingdale there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Paterson (6), Wayne (3), and Fairfield (3). Nearest on the list: Homeguard Appliance Repair Works, around 6.1 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 32 businesses.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.1, 9.1, 9.2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Bloomingdale list: George's Appliance Service (22.7 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.0 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Plus (21.7 miles away, based in Flanders, 3.7 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan Marc Appliance (12.1 miles away, based in West Caldwell, 4.5 stars from 6,455 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Handler Appliance Inc (9.2 miles away, based in Wayne, 4.9 stars from 1,469 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- White scale on the visible water parts
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Bloomingdale
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Bloomingdale. Ice maker repair in Bloomingdale.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in Bloomingdale, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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.
What Bloomingdale Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Bloomingdale come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Questions to Ask a Bloomingdale Repair Technician
- 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?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Bloomingdale, NJ
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
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Before you call a Bloomingdale 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.