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 St. James and the Suffolk County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near St. James
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of St. James. Other nearby bases include Hauppauge (6), Stony Brook (3), and Holtsville (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 26 businesses. Turnpike Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from St. James.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.4, 2.4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for St. James are GK Mechanical inc (8.0 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eddies Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Repair Porter - Manhasset (29.1 miles away, based in Plandome, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Willie's Appliance (6.2 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Blinking light or error code
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
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 St. James is the better fit. Ice maker repair in St. James.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in St. James, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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 credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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.
What St. James Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in St. James 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.
Questions to Ask a St. James Repair Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: St. James, NY
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Do you cover St. James and nearby towns?
Why is my ice cloudy?
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Before you call a St. James 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.