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 Mount Carmel and the Hawkins County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Mount Carmel, TN
19 repair companies serve Mount Carmel from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Johnson City (4), Kingsport (3), and Bristol (3). Nearest on the list: Milhorn Appliance, around 5.9 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 19 businesses.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 6 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.9, 8.0, 8.3 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 19 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
The leading options for Mount Carmel are Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (14.5 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Bean Heating Cooling & Appliance Repair (8.0 miles away, based in Kingsport, 5.0 stars from 74 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (22.1 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Mount Carmel
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Blinking light or error code
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice tastes or smells off
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Mount Carmel
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 Mount Carmel is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Mount Carmel.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in Mount Carmel, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Mount Carmel, TN
Most ice machine calls in Mount Carmel 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 Mount Carmel
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Mount Carmel, TN
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
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Before you call a Mount Carmel technician, check that the water supply valve is open, the machine has power, and the drain is not backed up. Note when it last made ice and whether it has been cleaned or descaled recently.