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 Technicians Serving Yaphank, NY
40 repair companies serve Yaphank from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Yaphank itself, and the rest are spread across Bohemia (5), Holbrook (4), and Holtsville (3). Of those, 1 mentions ice machine or refrigeration work by name. Thornwood Appliance & Repairs Masters is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Yaphank. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Yaphank. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 3.8, 3.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
At the top of the Yaphank list: GK Mechanical inc (9.3 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Just in time refrigeration (6.0 miles away, based in Mastic Beach, 4.8 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Island Wide Appliance (7.1 miles away, based in Patchogue, 4.5 stars from 322 reviews); JIC Appliance Care LLC (9.2 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 377 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Yaphank
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 Yaphank is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Yaphank.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
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
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Yaphank Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Yaphank 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 Yaphank Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Yaphank, NY
Do you cover Yaphank and nearby towns?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
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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 Yaphank faster.