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. Below are the companies within reach of Youngstown, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Youngstown, OH
20 repair companies serve Youngstown from within 30 miles. 6 of them are based in Youngstown itself, and other nearby bases include New Castle (2), Beaver Falls (2), and Boardman (1). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Appliance Center LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Youngstown. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 16 businesses.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 20 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.8, 0.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
The leading options for Youngstown are Mr. Appliance of Youngstown (5.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 235 reviews); Serenity Home Services (0.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 94 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 145 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Niles, 4.7 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Youngstown
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Blinking light or error code
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
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 Youngstown. Ice maker repair in Youngstown.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Youngstown, OH
Most ice machine calls in Youngstown 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 Youngstown
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Youngstown, 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 Youngstown technician a trip for parts.