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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice machines and refrigeration at the top.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Portage Lakes
40 repair companies serve Portage Lakes from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Canton (5), Akron (4), and Brunswick (3). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 38 businesses. Collins Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 3.9 miles from Portage Lakes.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 43 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.9, 5.8, 5.8 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
First up for Portage Lakes: Mr. Appliance of Akron (9.2 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Home Appliance Company (14.1 miles away, based in Massillon, 4.7 stars from 402 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Collins Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Barberton, 4.7 stars from 246 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Canton, 4.4 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
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 Portage Lakes is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Portage Lakes.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
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)
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)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Portage Lakes, OH
Most ice machine calls in Portage Lakes 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 Portage Lakes
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Portage Lakes, OH
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Do you cover Portage Lakes and nearby towns?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Related Repair Pages for Portage Lakes
Ice Machine Repair Near Portage Lakes
Before you call a Portage Lakes 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.