When an ice machine in West Columbia 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 West Columbia and the Lexington County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near West Columbia
Within 30 miles of West Columbia there are 28 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in West Columbia, and other nearby bases include Columbia (16), Lexington (3), and Cayce (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.7 miles away. The 24 rated companies in range average 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.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 28 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 1.9, 2.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
Closest matches for West Columbia: Sloan Appliance Service Inc. (2.6 miles away, based in Cayce, 4.7 stars from 2,353 reviews); Quick Appliance repair llc (3.6 miles away, based in Columbia, 5.0 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Professional (4.0 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.8 stars from 1,369 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expo Appliance Service (4.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 309 reviews).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in West Columbia
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Blinking light or error code
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice tastes or smells off
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for West Columbia. Ice maker repair in West Columbia.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
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)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in West Columbia, 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?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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 West Columbia
Most ice machine calls in West Columbia 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 West Columbia
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: West Columbia, SC
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
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Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
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Ice Machine Repair Near West Columbia
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 West Columbia technician a trip for parts.