Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. Below are the companies within reach of Emerson, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Emerson
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Emerson. 2 of them are based in Emerson itself, and other nearby bases include Paramus (6), Bergenfield (3), and Ridgewood (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Local Appliance Repair Service in Emerson is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Emerson. 1 of them mentions ice machine or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Emerson. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 0.9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
At the top of the Emerson list: Brooklyn Manitowic Ice Machine (21.9 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 3.4 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NP Appliance Repair (23.2 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 5.0 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); George's Appliance Service (27.2 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.0 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); United Technical Services (0.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 161 reviews).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Emerson
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Emerson
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 Emerson is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Emerson.
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)
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 installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Emerson
Most ice machine calls in Emerson 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.
Before You Book in Emerson
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Emerson, NJ
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Do you cover Emerson and nearby towns?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
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Before you call a Emerson 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.