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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice machines and refrigeration at the top.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Poulsbo, WA
Within 30 miles of Poulsbo there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Poulsbo itself, and other nearby bases include Bremerton (9), Seattle (8), and Bainbridge Island (7). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 25 businesses. Nearest on the list: Bill's City Appliance Repair, around 0.8 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Poulsbo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 5.4, 5.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
First up for Poulsbo: Mr. Fridge | Commercial Refrigeration Repair (17.5 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.8 stars from 558 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Super Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 150 reviews); 98 Refrigeration Appliance Repair (14.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 764 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (13.5 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Poulsbo
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Poulsbo
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 Poulsbo is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Poulsbo.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
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)
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
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in Poulsbo, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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?
- 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
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Poulsbo
Most ice machine calls in Poulsbo 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.
Before You Book in Poulsbo
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Poulsbo, WA
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
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Ice Machine Repair Near Poulsbo
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 Poulsbo technician a trip for parts.