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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice machines and refrigeration at the top.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near North Charleston
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of North Charleston. 5 of them are based in North Charleston itself, and other nearby bases include Charleston (11), Summerville (6), and Ladson (3). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.8 miles from North Charleston. 1 lists ice machine or refrigeration work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 29 businesses.
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) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 3.6, 3.9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 32 |
The leading options for North Charleston are Charleston Appliances and Repairs (4.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 650 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Charleston (7.8 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 427 reviews); 911 Service Today (6.5 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.9 stars from 1,001 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sloan Appliance Service Inc (3.9 miles away, based in Hanahan, 4.7 stars from 298 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- White scale on the visible water parts
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 North Charleston is the better fit. Ice maker repair in North Charleston.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in North Charleston, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 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?
- 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 North Charleston
Most ice machine calls in North Charleston 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 North Charleston
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: North Charleston, SC
Why is my ice cloudy?
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
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Ice Machine Repair Near North Charleston
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 North Charleston technician a trip for parts.