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. The Shoreline list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Shoreline
Within 30 miles of Shoreline there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Shoreline itself, and the rest are spread across Seattle (10), Bothell (6), and Edmonds (5). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Shoreline. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.4, 1.4 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
The leading options for Shoreline are Mr. Fridge | Commercial Refrigeration Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.8 stars from 558 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 98 Refrigeration Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 764 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Super Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 150 reviews); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (5.1 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Shoreline
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Blinking light or error code
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
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 Shoreline is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Shoreline.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? 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)
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?
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 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: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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 Shoreline
Most ice machine calls in Shoreline 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 Shoreline
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Shoreline, WA
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Shoreline, WA
Ice Machine Repair Near Shoreline
Before you call a Shoreline 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.