When an ice machine in Milwaukie slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. Below are the companies within reach of Milwaukie, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Milwaukie, OR
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Milwaukie. 4 of them are based in Milwaukie itself, and the rest are spread across Portland (21), Lake Oswego (4), and Happy Valley (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 31 businesses. The closest is Local Appliance Repair | Milwaukie, about 0.9 miles away.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.3, 1.3 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
At the top of the Milwaukie list: Mr. Appliance of Portland (6.2 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 691 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 173 reviews); Appliance Repair Service Lab (6.0 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 261 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All About Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Ice tastes or smells off
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- White scale on the visible water parts
- 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 Milwaukie. Ice maker repair in Milwaukie.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. 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:
- 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?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Local Notes for Milwaukie
Most ice machine calls in Milwaukie 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Milwaukie
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Milwaukie, OR
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
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Before you call a Milwaukie 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.