A standalone ice machine is a small refrigeration system of its own, with its own water valve, freezing plate or grid, harvest cycle and drain. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Mentor-on-the-Lake and the Lake County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Mentor-on-the-Lake
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mentor-on-the-Lake. The rest are spread across Cleveland (15), Mentor (3), and Eastlake (2). Distances run up to about 25 miles. Nearest on the list: G&L APPLIANCE REPAIR, around 2.9 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.9, 3.5, 4.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 55 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
Closest matches for Mentor-on-the-Lake: My Appliance Guy (6.8 miles away, based in Willowick, 4.9 stars from 340 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Mentor, 4.6 stars from 212 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G&L APPLIANCE REPAIR (2.9 miles away, based in Mentor, 5.0 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Grounded Repair- Appliance Specialists (4.1 miles away, based in Eastlake, 5.0 stars from 353 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Mentor-on-the-Lake
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Mentor-on-the-Lake. Ice maker repair in Mentor-on-the-Lake.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in Mentor-on-the-Lake, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Mentor-on-the-Lake
Most ice machine calls in Mentor-on-the-Lake 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Mentor-on-the-Lake
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Mentor-on-the-Lake, OH
Which areas near Mentor-on-the-Lake do these technicians cover?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Related Repair Pages for Mentor-on-the-Lake
Ice Machine Repair Near Mentor-on-the-Lake
Before you call a Mentor-on-the-Lake technician, check that the water supply valve is open, the machine has power, and the drain is not backed up. Note when it last made ice and whether it has been cleaned or descaled recently.