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. Below are the companies within reach of Highland Springs, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Highland Springs, VA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Highland Springs. The rest are spread across Richmond (25), Mechanicsville (5), and Glen Allen (2). Distances run up to about 18 miles. Nearest on the list: Hobart Service, around 1.4 miles out. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Highland Springs. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 50 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 25 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 3.8, 4.1 |
At the top of the Highland Springs list: Mr. Appliance of Richmond (11.0 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Mr. E Appliance Service (7.7 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lipscombe Appliance (4.3 miles away, based in Mechanicsville, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.7 miles away, based in North Chesterfield, 4.2 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Highland Springs
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
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 Highland Springs is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Highland Springs.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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:
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit 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.
What Highland Springs Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Highland Springs 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Highland Springs
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Highland Springs, VA
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Which areas near Highland Springs do these technicians cover?
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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 Highland Springs technician a trip for parts.