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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Cleveland and the Bradley County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Cleveland
We found 24 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Cleveland. 4 list an address in Cleveland, and the rest are spread across Chattanooga (9), Dalton (4), and Georgetown (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 23 businesses. The closest is Expert Service Appliance Heating & Air, about 0.3 miles away.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 1.8, 5.4 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 24 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
The leading options for Cleveland are Signature Appliance Repair (20.1 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.9 stars from 1,375 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Chattanooga (20.1 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.7 stars from 1,103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Services Appliance Heating & Air LLC (11.7 miles away, based in Collegedale, 4.7 stars from 463 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chattanooga Appliance Doctor (21.8 miles away, based in East Ridge, 4.8 stars from 136 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Ice tastes or smells off
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
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 Cleveland. Ice maker repair in Cleveland.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
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)
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 Cleveland, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Local Notes for Cleveland
Most ice machine calls in Cleveland 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).
Hiring a Repair Company in Cleveland
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Cleveland, TN
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Cleveland, TN
Ice Machine Repair Near Cleveland
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 Cleveland technician a trip for parts.