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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Finderne and the Somerset County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Finderne, NJ
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Finderne. Other nearby bases include Somerset (5), New Brunswick (5), and Plainfield (4). The closest is Barry's Appliance, about 0.6 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Finderne. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.5, 1.5 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 24 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 24 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
At the top of the Finderne list: George's Appliance Service (13.3 miles away, based in New Providence, 4.0 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Star Appliance Service LLC (10.3 miles away, based in Monmouth Junction, 4.8 stars from 1,605 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Barry's Appliance (0.6 miles away, based in Bridgewater, 4.8 stars from 876 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Plus (22.3 miles away, based in Flanders, 3.7 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Finderne
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Blinking light or error code
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
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 Finderne is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Finderne.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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
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:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Finderne, NJ
Most ice machine calls in Finderne 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Finderne
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Finderne, NJ
How much does ice machine repair cost in Finderne?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
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Ice Machine Repair Near Finderne
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 Finderne faster.