Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. Below are the companies within reach of Swissvale, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Swissvale
Within 30 miles of Swissvale there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Pittsburgh (18), Verona (2), and McKeesport (2). Distances run up to about 12 miles. The closest is Perla's Appliances Plus, about 0.4 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 3.0, 3.2 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Swissvale are YinzerFix Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 5.0 stars from 1,245 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NATLAD REPAIR SERVICE LLC (3.0 miles away, based in East Pittsburgh, 4.7 stars from 241 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in North Versailles Township, 4.4 stars from 397 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PowerFix Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 5.0 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Swissvale
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Blinking light or error code
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
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 Swissvale is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Swissvale.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
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)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
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:
- 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 maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Swissvale
Most ice machine calls in Swissvale 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 Swissvale
- 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?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Swissvale, PA
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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 Swissvale technician a trip for parts.