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. Below are the companies within reach of Portland, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Portland
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Portland. 32 of them are based in Portland itself, and other nearby bases include Vancouver (4), Milwaukie (3), and Happy Valley (1). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars. The closest is Appliance Repair Service Lab, about 0.8 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.1, 1.1 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 14 |
Closest matches for Portland: Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 5.0 stars from 173 reviews); Appliance Repair Service Lab (0.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 261 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance repair technicians inc (1.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All About Repair (6.0 miles away, 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
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
Refrigerator ice makers fail for different reasons than standalone machines. If yours is in the refrigerator door or freezer, the ice maker repair page for Portland is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Portland.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
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)
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)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in Portland, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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 Portland, OR
Most ice machine calls in Portland 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 Portland
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Portland, OR
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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 Portland technician a trip for parts.