Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Northwood and the Wood County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Northwood, OH
We found 22 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Northwood. The rest are spread across Toledo (8), Monroe (3), and Sylvania (2). Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 20 businesses. Nearest on the list: Penelope Appliance Repair, around 3.9 miles out.
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) | 3.9, 4.0, 4.1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 22 |
At the top of the Northwood list: Ace Appliance Sales & Service (7.7 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 4,272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Sales & Service (7.7 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 982 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Perrysburg (13.9 miles away, based in Sylvania, 4.5 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC (10.2 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.8 stars from 1,168 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Northwood
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Ice tastes or smells off
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Northwood
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 Northwood is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Northwood.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in Northwood, 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?
- 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Northwood
Most ice machine calls in Northwood 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 Northwood Repair Technician
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Northwood, OH
Why is my ice cloudy?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Related Repair Pages for Northwood
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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 Northwood technician a trip for parts.