When an ice machine in Kettering slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. The Kettering list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Kettering
Within 30 miles of Kettering there are 32 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Dayton (16), Beavercreek (3), and Miamisburg (2). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.5 miles from Kettering. 1 of them mentions ice machine or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kettering. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 32 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 2.8, 3.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
The leading options for Kettering are City Wide Appliances & More LLc (3.7 miles away, based in Dayton, 4.7 stars from 553 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Appliance Service (2.8 miles away, based in Dayton, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Beavercreek, 3.9 stars from 203 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Atomic Tech (10.6 miles away, based in Dayton, 4.7 stars from 636 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- White scale on the visible water parts
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
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 Kettering is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Kettering.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Kettering, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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 Kettering Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Kettering 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 Kettering Repair Technician
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- 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?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Kettering, OH
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
Related Repair Pages for Kettering
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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 Kettering technician a trip for parts.