When an ice machine in Short Pump slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. Below are the companies within reach of Short Pump, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Short Pump, VA
Within 30 miles of Short Pump there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Richmond (25), Mechanicsville (5), and Ashland (3). Distances run up to about 16 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 31 businesses. The closest is Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Short Pump. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 3.7, 4.5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 46 |
The leading options for Short Pump are Mr. Appliance of Richmond (6.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. E Appliance Service (10.2 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in North Chesterfield, 4.2 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Short Pump
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Blinking light or error code
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
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 Short Pump. Ice maker repair in Short Pump.
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)
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)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in Short Pump, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Short Pump
Most ice machine calls in Short Pump 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 Short Pump
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Short Pump, VA
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Short Pump, VA
Ice Machine Repair in Nearby Cities
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 Short Pump faster.