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 Artesia and the Eddy County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Artesia
Within 88 miles of Artesia there are 6 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Roswell (3), Hobbs (1), and Ruidoso Downs (1). Distances run up to about 87 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 36.5 miles away. Across 4 rated companies, the average public rating is 2.7 stars. Artesia is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 36.5, 37.0, 37.0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 88 miles | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 0 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
Closest matches for Artesia: Sears Appliance Repair (36.5 miles away, based in Roswell, 3.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ramirez Appliance Repair./ (37.0 miles away, based in Roswell, 3.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Center of Roswell. (37.0 miles away, based in Roswell, 1.0 stars from 2 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (76.6 miles away, based in Ruidoso Downs, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Artesia
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- White scale on the visible water parts
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
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 Artesia. Ice maker repair in Artesia.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? 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)
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
Before replacing an ice machine in Artesia, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 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?
- 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?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Artesia, NM
Most ice machine calls in Artesia come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
New Mexico has no appliance-repair-only license; installing, repairing and servicing natural gas piping and listed gas appliances falls under the Construction Industries Division's MM-2 natural gas fitting classification. Source: CID License Classifications and Scopes (City of Albuquerque)
In New Mexico, you can check a license with the NM Regulation and Licensing Department, Construction Industries: Verify a License or report a problem to the New Mexico Department of Justice (Attorney General), Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Artesia
- 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?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Artesia, NM
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Do you cover Artesia and nearby towns?
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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 Artesia faster.