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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Ottawa and the Putnam County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Ottawa, OH
40 repair companies serve Ottawa from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Ottawa, and the rest are spread across Toledo (8), Lima (4), and Fort Wayne (4). The farthest listed company is about 56 miles out. Morman's Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 2.1 miles from Ottawa. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Ottawa is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 20 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 15.5, 16.7 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
Closest matches for Ottawa: Sears Appliance Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Lima, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Sales & Service (46.6 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.9 stars from 4,272 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-1 Appliance Repair (19.9 miles away, based in Lima, 4.7 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (33.6 miles away, based in Fostoria, 4.6 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- White scale on the visible water parts
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 Ottawa. Ice maker repair in Ottawa.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Water, Drains and Power
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in Ottawa, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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 Ottawa, OH
Most ice machine calls in Ottawa 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 Ottawa Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Ottawa, OH
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Which areas near Ottawa do these technicians cover?
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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 Ottawa technician a trip for parts.