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. Below are the companies within reach of West Hills, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near West Hills
Within 30 miles of West Hills there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Huntington (5), Melville (4), and Farmingdale (4). Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 24 businesses. The closest is Bridge Huntington Station Appliance Repair, about 1.7 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from West Hills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 1.8, 2.2 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
The leading options for West Hills are Brooklyn Manitowic Ice Machine (28.6 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 3.4 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GK Mechanical inc (18.7 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Repair Porter - Manhasset (14.0 miles away, based in Plandome, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NP Appliance Repair (29.9 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 5.0 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- White scale on the visible water parts
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in West Hills
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for West Hills. Ice maker repair in West Hills.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for West Hills
Most ice machine calls in West Hills 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 West Hills Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: West Hills, NY
Which areas near West Hills do these technicians cover?
Why is my ice cloudy?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in West Hills, NY
Ice Machine Repair Near West Hills
Write down the brand, model and serial number from the label behind the front grille or inside the door, and note any blinking light or code. It saves a West Hills technician a trip for parts.