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 Pittsburgh, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Pittsburgh, PA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Pittsburgh. 20 of them are based in Pittsburgh itself, and the rest are spread across Verona (2), Allison Park (2), and McKeesport (2). Distances run up to about 11 miles. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Nearest on the list: PittsFix Appliance repair, around 0.5 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pittsburgh. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.8, 1.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Pittsburgh: YinzerFix Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1,245 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PowerFix Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NATLAD REPAIR SERVICE LLC (7.9 miles away, based in East Pittsburgh, 4.7 stars from 241 reviews); Restart Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Blinking light or error code
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 Pittsburgh is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Pittsburgh.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice 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)
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)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in Pittsburgh, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 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?
- 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Pittsburgh, PA
Most ice machine calls in Pittsburgh 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Pittsburgh
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Pittsburgh, PA
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Pittsburgh
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Before you call a Pittsburgh 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.