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 Howland Center, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Howland Center
We found 19 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Howland Center. Other nearby bases include Youngstown (6), Ravenna (2), and New Castle (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 2.4 miles away. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Howland Center. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 19 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.4, 2.6, 7.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
First up for Howland Center: Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Niles, 4.7 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Youngstown (15.7 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.6 stars from 235 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.4 miles away, based in Hermitage, 4.7 stars from 65 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Ice tastes or smells off
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Howland Center
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Howland Center. Ice maker repair in Howland Center.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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
Before replacing an ice machine in Howland Center, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Howland Center, OH
Most ice machine calls in Howland Center 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.
Before You Book in Howland Center
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Howland Center, OH
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
How much does ice machine repair cost in Howland Center?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Howland Center
Ice Machine Repair Near Howland Center
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 Howland Center technician a trip for parts.