When an ice machine in Parkwood slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Parkwood and the Kitsap County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Parkwood, WA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Parkwood. Other nearby bases include Seattle (17), Bremerton (9), and Bainbridge Island (7). Distances run up to about 14 miles. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Forward Appliance Repair Group is the nearest, roughly 3.0 miles from Parkwood.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Parkwood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 3.1, 3.6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
The leading options for Parkwood are Mr. Fridge | Commercial Refrigeration Repair (15.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.8 stars from 558 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (12.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Pro Repairs (13.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.6 stars from 660 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fix Experts (12.8 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.8 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Parkwood
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Blinking light or error code
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- White scale on the visible water parts
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Parkwood
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Parkwood. Ice maker repair in Parkwood.
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)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Parkwood, 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?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Parkwood
Most ice machine calls in Parkwood 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 Parkwood Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Parkwood, WA
Which areas near Parkwood do these technicians cover?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Related Repair Pages for Parkwood
More Ice Machine Repair Pages Nearby
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 Parkwood technician a trip for parts.