When an ice machine in Stow 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 Stow and the Summit County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Stow
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Stow. The rest are spread across Cleveland (5), Akron (4), and Brunswick (3). Distances run up to about 23 miles. The closest is ProTec Repair, about 3.8 miles away. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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) | 37 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 30 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.8, 4.3, 6.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Stow: Mr. Appliance of Akron (6.8 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); ProTec Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Cuyahoga Falls, 4.5 stars from 755 reviews); Total Appliance Service Inc (17.5 miles away, based in Broadview Heights, 4.7 stars from 2,450 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (8.0 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- White scale on the visible water parts
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Stow
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Stow. Ice maker repair in Stow.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost 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)
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:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Stow
Most ice machine calls in Stow 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Stow
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Stow, OH
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
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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 Stow technician a trip for parts.