A standalone ice machine is a small refrigeration system of its own, with its own water valve, freezing plate or grid, harvest cycle and drain. Below are the companies within reach of Richland, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Richland, WA
Within 60 miles of Richland there are 19 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Richland itself, and other nearby bases include Kennewick (3), Pasco (3), and Walla Walla (3). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Smart Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Richland. Richland is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 3.5, 6.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 19 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
At the top of the Richland list: VSG Appliances (9.1 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.9 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UDG Services LLC (3.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 142 reviews); Master's Appliance & Refrigeration, LLC (10.4 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.2 stars from 77 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
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 Richland is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Richland.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Richland, 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?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour 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.
What Richland Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Richland 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 Richland Repair Technician
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Richland, WA
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
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Before you call a Richland technician, check that the water supply valve is open, the machine has power, and the drain is not backed up. Note when it last made ice and whether it has been cleaned or descaled recently.