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 Wadsworth and the Medina County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Wadsworth, OH
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Wadsworth. 1 of them are based in Wadsworth itself, and other nearby bases include Canton (5), Akron (4), and Brunswick (3). Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. The closest is Appliance Connection, about 1.6 miles away.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 6.6, 9.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 30 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 54 |
At the top of the Wadsworth list: Mr. Appliance of Akron (12.0 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Collins Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Barberton, 4.7 stars from 246 reviews); Home Appliance Company (19.1 miles away, based in Massillon, 4.7 stars from 402 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Appliance (14.5 miles away, based in Brunswick, 4.9 stars from 2,238 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- 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 Wadsworth. Ice maker repair in Wadsworth.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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)
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)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Wadsworth, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Wadsworth Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Wadsworth 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 Wadsworth Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Wadsworth, OH
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Which areas near Wadsworth do these technicians cover?
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Does my ice maker need descaling?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Wadsworth, OH
Ice Machine Repair Near Wadsworth
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 Wadsworth technician a trip for parts.