A standalone ice machine is a small refrigeration system of its own, with its own water valve, freezing plate or grid, harvest cycle and drain. Below are the companies within reach of Smithfield, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Smithfield, VA
Within 30 miles of Smithfield there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Smithfield, and the rest are spread across Norfolk (8), Chesapeake (6), and Hampton (5). Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 32 businesses. The closest is Tommy D Appliance Repair Inc, about 4.1 miles away.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 49 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.1, 4.2, 6.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
The leading options for Smithfield are Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (12.2 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); G H Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in Yorktown, 4.9 stars from 2,845 reviews, lists Saturday hours); WEEWORX OUTLAW HANDYMAN SERVICES/APPLIANCE REPAIR (14.3 miles away, based in Portsmouth, 5.0 stars from 248 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.5 miles away, based in Tabb, 4.6 stars from 476 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Blinking light or error code
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
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 Smithfield is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Smithfield.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
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)
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:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 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 waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - 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.
What Smithfield Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Smithfield 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.
Questions to Ask a Smithfield Repair Technician
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Smithfield, VA
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
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Ice Machine Repair Near Smithfield
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 Smithfield technician a trip for parts.