A standalone ice machine is a small refrigeration system of its own, with its own water valve, freezing plate or grid, harvest cycle and drain. The State College list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near State College
Within 60 miles of State College there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in State College, and other nearby bases include Altoona (4), Mechanicsburg (4), and Duncansville (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 38 businesses. The closest is Mike's Video TV & Appliances, about 2.0 miles away. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether State College is inside its regular service area.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 40 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 4.1, 7.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
The leading options for State College are Martin Appliance (29.7 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, 4.3 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mike's Video TV & Appliances (2.0 miles away, 4.3 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Skip Holderman's Appliance & Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Pleasant Gap, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in State College
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice tastes or smells off
- White scale on the visible water parts
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in State College
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for State College. Ice maker repair in State College.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in State College, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for State College
Most ice machine calls in State College 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near State College
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: State College, PA
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in State College, PA
Ice Machine Repair Near State College
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 State College technician a trip for parts.