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 Buda and the Hays County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Buda
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Buda. 5 list an address in Buda, and the rest are spread across Austin (23), Kyle (6), and San Marcos (6). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. The closest is Buda Geary Appliance Repair Solutions, about 0.4 miles away. 1 lists ice machine or refrigeration work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 28 businesses.
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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.4, 1.1 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
At the top of the Buda list: Setpoint Services LLC (28.2 miles away, based in Pflugerville, 4.9 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coker Service of Austin (8.3 miles away, based in Kyle, 4.6 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Austin Repairs (14.7 miles away, based in Austin, 4.9 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Superior Appliances Repair (12.8 miles away, based in Austin, 4.7 stars from 239 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Buda
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Buda
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Buda. Ice maker repair in Buda.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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)
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
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 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 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?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Buda, TX
Most ice machine calls in Buda come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Buda
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Buda, TX
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
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A note on whether the machine is making no ice, slow ice or cloudy ice, plus the model number, makes any ice machine repair in Buda faster.