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 Cheney and the Spokane County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Cheney
We found 27 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Cheney. Other nearby bases include Spokane (18), Spokane Valley (8), and Liberty Lake (1). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. The closest is SPOKANE REFRIGERATOR REPAIR, about 9.6 miles away. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.6, 11.0, 13.7 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 27 |
At the top of the Cheney list: HotWire HVAC, Refrigerator & Appliance Repair Spokane (13.7 miles away, based in Spokane, 4.9 stars from 774 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IV Appliance Clinic (11.0 miles away, based in Spokane, 5.0 stars from 747 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SPOKANE REFRIGERATOR REPAIR (9.6 miles away, based in Spokane, 5.0 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Allway Service Appliance repair & Refrigeration repair (22.3 miles away, based in Spokane Valley, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Cheney
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Ice tastes or smells off
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- 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 Cheney is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Cheney.
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)
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)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in Cheney, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 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?
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 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
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.
Local Notes for Cheney
Most ice machine calls in Cheney come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Cheney
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Cheney, WA
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Do you cover Cheney and nearby towns?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Cheney
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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 Cheney technician a trip for parts.