When an ice machine in Pickerington slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Pickerington and the Fairfield County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Pickerington
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Pickerington. 1 of them are based in Pickerington itself, and the rest are spread across Columbus (27), Pataskala (3), and Reynoldsburg (2). Distances run up to about 19 miles. Nearest on the list: NSI Protection Plus, around 1.4 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pickerington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 4.9, 5.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
The leading options for Pickerington are Economic Appliance Service (18.8 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.8 stars from 1,841 reviews); Dor-Mar Pataskala Heating Cooling Plumbing Electrical Appliances Radon (8.9 miles away, based in Pataskala, 4.9 stars from 400 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dor-Mar Columbus Heating And Air (13.2 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.8 stars from 592 reviews, lists Saturday hours); YA Services Heating, Cooling, Appliance and Plumbing (14.6 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.9 stars from 976 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Pickerington
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Pickerington. Ice maker repair in Pickerington.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
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
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $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?
- 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.
Around Pickerington
Most ice machine calls in Pickerington 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.
Before You Book in Pickerington
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Pickerington, OH
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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 Pickerington technician a trip for parts.