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. The Fostoria list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Fostoria, OH
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Fostoria. 1 list an address in Fostoria, and other nearby bases include Toledo (8), Lima (4), and Fremont (2). The farthest listed company is about 53 miles out. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.5 miles out. Fostoria is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 16.2, 20.1 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 30 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 17 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 50 |
The leading options for Fostoria are Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.6 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Sales & Service (34.0 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 4,272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Fremont and Sandusky, OH (20.1 miles away, based in Fremont, 4.8 stars from 347 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Sales & Service (34.0 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 982 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
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 Fostoria is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Fostoria.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 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?
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.
Around Fostoria
Most ice machine calls in Fostoria come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Fostoria Repair Technician
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Fostoria, OH
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
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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 Fostoria technician a trip for parts.