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 McMinnville, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near McMinnville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of McMinnville. 2 of them are based in McMinnville itself, and other nearby bases include Salem (7), Beaverton (6), and Tigard (5). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. The closest is Les' Appliance Services., about 1.5 miles away. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from McMinnville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.8, 12.0 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 58 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
The leading options for McMinnville are ATS Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Portland (26.2 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 691 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Les' Appliance Services. (1.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 54 reviews); Krohn's Appliance Service LLC (13.1 miles away, based in Newberg, 4.6 stars from 49 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Blinking light or error code
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
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 McMinnville. Ice maker repair in McMinnville.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
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)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
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:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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 McMinnville, OR
Most ice machine calls in McMinnville come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in McMinnville
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: McMinnville, OR
Which areas near McMinnville do these technicians cover?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
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More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in McMinnville, OR
Ice Machine Repair Near McMinnville
Before you call a McMinnville 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.