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. Below are the companies within reach of Newport, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Newport
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Newport. 1 list an address in Newport, and the rest are spread across Knoxville (14), Asheville (5), and Sevierville (3). Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 38 businesses. The closest is Gabby's Appliance Sales and Repair, about 1.9 miles away. Newport is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 18.4, 21.8 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 19 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
First up for Newport: Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair Knoxville (22.0 miles away, based in Sevierville, 4.9 stars from 84 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (21.8 miles away, based in Sevierville, 4.6 stars from 103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Haywood Appliance - Clyde Showroom (33.7 miles away, based in Clyde, 4.7 stars from 125 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (26.9 miles away, based in Greeneville, 4.5 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Newport
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Blinking light or error code
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Newport
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 Newport is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Newport.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
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
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Newport Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Newport 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 Newport
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Newport, TN
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Do you cover Newport and nearby towns?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
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Before you call a Newport 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.