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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice machines and refrigeration at the top.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Palestine, TX
We found 23 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Palestine. 1 list an address in Palestine, and other nearby bases include Tyler (7), Jacksonville (3), and Chandler (2). The 21 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 2.6 miles away. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Palestine is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Palestine. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 23 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.6, 26.3, 26.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
The leading options for Palestine are Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, 4.5 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of East Texas (42.4 miles away, based in Tyler, 4.7 stars from 1,263 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (33.1 miles away, based in Athens, 4.5 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Riprock Appliance Repair (39.4 miles away, based in Chandler, 4.7 stars from 95 reviews).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Palestine
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
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 Palestine is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Palestine.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
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)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Palestine, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 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?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour 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 Palestine
Most ice machine calls in Palestine 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Palestine
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- 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: Palestine, TX
How much does ice machine repair cost in Palestine?
Why is my ice cloudy?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
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Ice Machine Repair Near Palestine
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 Palestine technician a trip for parts.