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 Hershey and the Dauphin County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Hershey
40 repair companies serve Hershey from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Harrisburg (9), York (4), and Mechanicsburg (4). Distances run up to about 25 miles. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Hershey.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.2, 3.4, 3.5 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 47 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
At the top of the Hershey list: Mr. Appliance of Mechanicsburg (13.6 miles away, based in Lemoyne, 4.9 stars from 1,082 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Harrisburg, 4.4 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Apex DCA (18.2 miles away, based in York, 4.5 stars from 406 reviews); Pinnacle Handyman Services (19.9 miles away, based in Mechanicsburg, 5.0 stars from 282 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice tastes or smells off
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- White scale on the visible water parts
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 Hershey is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Hershey.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
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?
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?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Hershey, PA
Most ice machine calls in Hershey come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Before You Book in Hershey
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Hershey, PA
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More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Hershey, PA
Ice Machine Repair Near Hershey
Before you call a Hershey 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.