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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Auburn and the Cayuga County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Auburn, NY
Within 30 miles of Auburn there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Auburn, and other nearby bases include Syracuse (8), Liverpool (3), and Clay (2). Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 21 businesses. Nearest on the list: Riester's Appliances, around 2.5 miles out.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 21 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 2.7, 19.7 |
Closest matches for Auburn: Riester's Appliances (2.5 miles away, 4.2 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.5 miles away, based in De Witt, 4.3 stars from 212 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Witty Appliance Service (29.8 miles away, based in Cortland, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DelloStritto Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 20 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- White scale on the visible water parts
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Blinking light or error code
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 Auburn. Ice maker repair in Auburn.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
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)
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
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:
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 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 dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 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?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Auburn
Most ice machine calls in Auburn come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Auburn
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Auburn, NY
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Why is my ice cloudy?
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Before you call a Auburn 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.