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. 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.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near St. Marys
Within 60 miles of St. Marys there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Fort Wayne (13), Lima (4), and Dayton (4). The farthest listed company is about 54 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 39 businesses. The closest is Moran Refrigeration Inc., about 1.0 miles away. St. Marys is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Marys. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 19 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 10.1, 10.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
At the top of the St. Marys list: Sears Appliance Repair (19.7 miles away, based in Lima, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Moran Refrigeration Inc. (1.0 miles away, based in St Marys, 4.4 stars from 50 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Authorized Service (34.4 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,908 reviews); A-1 Appliance Repair (19.8 miles away, based in Lima, 4.7 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in St. Marys
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for St. Marys. Ice maker repair in St. Marys.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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)
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)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in St. Marys, 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?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for St. Marys, OH
Most ice machine calls in St. Marys 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 St. Marys
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: St. Marys, OH
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Other Refrigeration Repair in St. Marys
Ice Machine Repair Near St. Marys
Before you call a St. Marys 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.