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 Lake City, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Lake City
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Lake City. The rest are spread across Myrtle Beach (17), Sumter (5), and Florence (4). Distances run up to about 54 miles. 1 lists ice machine or refrigeration work specifically. Nearest on the list: Voyager Appliance Repair Works, around 11.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 38 businesses. Lake City is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 47 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 11.3, 22.2, 22.7 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
The leading options for Lake City are RG & E Services LLC (47.2 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (22.7 miles away, based in Florence, 4.5 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SC Appliance Repair (45.9 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 732 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Voyager Appliance Repair Works (11.3 miles away, based in Olanta, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
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 Lake City is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Lake City.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
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)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in Lake City, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 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 credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does 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.
What Lake City Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Lake City 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Lake City
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Lake City, SC
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Do you cover Lake City and nearby towns?
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Before you call a Lake City 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.