Undercounter and built-in ice makers in kitchens, bars and outdoor kitchens fail for different reasons than a refrigerator ice maker: scale, drain problems and harvest faults lead the list. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Shelton and the Mason County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Shelton, WA
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Shelton. 1 list an address in Shelton, and other nearby bases include Lacey (3), Tacoma (3), and University Place (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. The closest is SOUTH SOUND APPLIANCE, about 0.3 miles away. Across 8 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Shelton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 1 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 17.7, 19.2 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
Closest matches for Shelton: SOUTH SOUND APPLIANCE (0.3 miles away, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.7 miles away, based in Lacey, 4.4 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UP Appliance Repair (27.3 miles away, based in University Place, 4.9 stars from 320 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TJ's Appliance Sale and Service (19.2 miles away, based in Lacey, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice tastes or smells off
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
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 Shelton is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Shelton.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
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)
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 Shelton, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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 Shelton
Most ice machine calls in Shelton 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 Shelton
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Shelton, WA
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
How much does ice machine repair cost in Shelton?
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Other Refrigeration Repair in Shelton
Ice Machine Repair Near Shelton
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 Shelton technician a trip for parts.