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. Below are the companies within reach of Obetz, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Obetz
Within 30 miles of Obetz there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Obetz itself, and other nearby bases include Columbus (31), Reynoldsburg (2), and Upper Arlington (2). The 34 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. The closest is Fixline Appliance Repair Professionals, about 0.9 miles away.
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.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 56 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 4.7, 6.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
First up for Obetz: Economic Appliance Service (10.7 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.8 stars from 1,841 reviews); Dor-Mar Columbus Heating And Air (7.1 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.8 stars from 592 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Grove City, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); YA Services Heating, Cooling, Appliance and Plumbing (13.3 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.9 stars from 976 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Obetz. Ice maker repair in Obetz.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Obetz, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- 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?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Obetz, OH
Most ice machine calls in Obetz 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 Obetz
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Obetz, OH
Why is my ice cloudy?
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
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Before you call a Obetz 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.