Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. 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 Athens
Within 60 miles of Athens there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Chattanooga (8), Knoxville (6), and Cleveland (4). The farthest listed company is about 46 miles out. The 40 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. The closest is Kitchen Technician LLC, about 17.5 miles away. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Athens is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 21 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 17.5, 18.9, 24.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 22 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
First up for Athens: Signature Appliance Repair (42.8 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.9 stars from 1,375 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Chattanooga (43.0 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.7 stars from 1,103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Services Appliance Heating & Air LLC (35.3 miles away, based in Collegedale, 4.7 stars from 463 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Knoxville (43.7 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.6 stars from 1,973 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
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 Athens is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Athens.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Athens, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Local Notes for Athens
Most ice machine calls in Athens come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
Questions to Ask a Athens Repair Technician
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- 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: Athens, TN
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Ice Machine Repair Near Athens
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 Athens technician a trip for parts.