When an ice machine in Gilmer slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Gilmer and the Upshur County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Gilmer, TX
Within 60 miles of Gilmer there are 28 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Tyler (7), Longview (5), and Jacksonville (3). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Nearest on the list: Ponder Appliance Repair, around 13.2 miles out. 1 of them mentions ice machine or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Gilmer is inside its regular service area.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 28 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 13.2, 17.3, 17.5 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
At the top of the Gilmer list: Sears Appliance Repair (36.1 miles away, based in Marshall, 4.3 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of East Texas (37.1 miles away, based in Tyler, 4.7 stars from 1,263 reviews); 1st Rate Appliance Repair (18.2 miles away, based in Hawkins, 4.9 stars from 409 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.5 miles away, based in Longview, 4.5 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Gilmer
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Ice tastes or smells off
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Gilmer. Ice maker repair in Gilmer.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
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:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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 line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Gilmer, TX
Most ice machine calls in Gilmer 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, ยง1301.053 (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.
Questions to Ask a Gilmer Repair Technician
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Gilmer, TX
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
How much does ice machine repair cost in Gilmer?
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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 Gilmer technician a trip for parts.