Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Ashland and the Hanover County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Ashland, VA
Within 30 miles of Ashland there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Ashland, and the rest are spread across Richmond (25), Mechanicsville (5), and Glen Allen (2). Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 31 businesses. The closest is Ironclad Appliance Repair Service, mr. Jennings, about 4.1 miles away.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.1, 4.6, 4.9 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
The leading options for Ashland are Mr. Appliance of Richmond (8.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Mr. E Appliance Service (13.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor Inc (7.5 miles away, based in Glen Allen, 4.8 stars from 119 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- White scale on the visible water parts
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 Ashland. Ice maker repair in Ashland.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
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:
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Local Notes for Ashland
Most ice machine calls in Ashland come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Repair Company in Ashland
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Ashland, VA
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Which areas near Ashland do these technicians cover?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
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Before you call a Ashland 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.