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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice machines and refrigeration at the top.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Johnstown
We found 28 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Johnstown. Other nearby bases include Schenectady (12), Amsterdam (3), and Gloversville (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 15 businesses. Nearest on the list: Adirondack Grill Doctor, around 3.1 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Johnstown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 28 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.1, 4.3, 10.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
At the top of the Johnstown list: Mr. Appliance of Clifton Park (29.3 miles away, based in Ballston Spa, 4.9 stars from 1,422 reviews); North Country Appliance Repair, LLC (4.3 miles away, based in Gloversville, 5.0 stars from 21 reviews); Adirondack Grill Doctor (3.1 miles away, based in Gloversville, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ROSS REFRIGERATION (10.2 miles away, based in Amsterdam, 4.8 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- 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 Johnstown. Ice maker repair in Johnstown.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice 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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in Johnstown, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Johnstown Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Johnstown 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 Johnstown
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Johnstown, NY
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
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More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Johnstown, NY
Ice Machine Repair Near Johnstown
Before you call a Johnstown 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.