When an ice machine in Hilton Head Island slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Hilton Head Island and the Beaufort County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Hilton Head Island
Our data shows 24 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hilton Head Island. 3 of them are based in Hilton Head Island itself, and other nearby bases include Savannah (11), Beaufort (4), and Ridgeland (3). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. Appliances by Design is the nearest, roughly 2.1 miles from Hilton Head Island. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.4 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 2.5, 4.7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 24 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
First up for Hilton Head Island: Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, 4.2 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nuway Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Bluffton, 4.7 stars from 92 reviews); Appliance Repairs Plus inc. (15.2 miles away, based in Beaufort, 4.7 stars from 31 reviews); Aurora Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Ridgeland, 4.5 stars from 171 reviews).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Hilton Head Island
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Hilton Head Island
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 Hilton Head Island is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Hilton Head Island.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
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:
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Hilton Head Island
Most ice machine calls in Hilton Head Island come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Hilton Head Island
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Hilton Head Island, SC
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
How much does ice machine repair cost in Hilton Head Island?
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A note on whether the machine is making no ice, slow ice or cloudy ice, plus the model number, makes any ice machine repair in Hilton Head Island faster.