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 South Boston, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near South Boston
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of South Boston. Other nearby bases include Durham (11), Roxboro (4), and Burlington (3). Nearest on the list: Buchanan Appliance Service Inc., around 21.7 miles out. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. South Boston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Boston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 58 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 21.7, 21.8, 24.6 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
The leading options for South Boston are Sears Appliance Repair (44.6 miles away, based in La Crosse, 4.6 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Called To Repair (47.0 miles away, based in Mebane, 4.9 stars from 264 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.7 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.5 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kirk's Appliance Repair (21.8 miles away, based in Roxboro, 3.9 stars from 32 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Blinking light or error code
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in South Boston
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for South Boston. Ice maker repair in South Boston.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? 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)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in South Boston, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for South Boston, VA
Most ice machine calls in South Boston 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 South Boston Repair Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: South Boston, VA
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How much does ice machine repair cost in South Boston?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
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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 South Boston technician a trip for parts.