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 Hockinson and the Clark County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Hockinson, WA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hockinson. The rest are spread across Vancouver (32), Battle Ground (4), and Brush Prairie (2). Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Brush Prairie Local Appliance Repair Service is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from Hockinson.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 3.2, 3.7 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
The leading options for Hockinson are 5 Star In Home Services (6.4 miles away, based in Vancouver, 5.0 stars from 1,466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Vancouver (6.6 miles away, based in Vancouver, 4.7 stars from 935 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pacific Appliance Solutions (8.7 miles away, based in Camas, 4.9 stars from 574 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Banceu's Appliance (6.4 miles away, based in Vancouver, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Hockinson. Ice maker repair in Hockinson.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice 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)
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:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- 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.
Around Hockinson
Most ice machine calls in Hockinson 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.
Questions to Ask a Hockinson Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Hockinson, WA
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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 Hockinson technician a trip for parts.