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. The Mullins list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Mullins
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Mullins. 1 list an address in Mullins, and the rest are spread across Myrtle Beach (15), Conway (4), and Florence (4). Distances run up to about 42 miles. 1 of them mentions ice machine or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Fred's Appliance Repairs is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Mullins. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 38 businesses. Mullins is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Mullins. 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) | 27 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 23.3, 25.0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 57 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
Closest matches for Mullins: RG & E Services LLC (39.4 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews); Appliances 4 Less (29.8 miles away, based in Conway, 4.9 stars from 302 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fred's Appliance Repairs (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 24 reviews); Dew's (41.4 miles away, based in North Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 911 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Mullins
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Mullins
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 Mullins is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Mullins.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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?
Before replacing an ice machine in Mullins, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
What Mullins Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Mullins 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.
Questions to Ask a Mullins Repair Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Mullins, SC
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
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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 Mullins technician a trip for parts.