When an ice machine in Sunnyside 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 Sunnyside and the Yakima County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Sunnyside
We found 22 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Sunnyside. 1 of them are based in Sunnyside itself, and other nearby bases include Yakima (6), Kennewick (3), and Pasco (3). Distances run up to about 55 miles. The closest is Mahoney and Sons, about 0.6 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 22 businesses. Sunnyside is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sunnyside. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 22 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 15.1, 18.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
At the top of the Sunnyside list: Sears Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Toppenish, 4.4 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VSG Appliances (43.0 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.9 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.3 miles away, based in Union Gap, 4.0 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); S & R Repair Services (18.1 miles away, based in Zillah, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Ice tastes or smells off
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Sunnyside. Ice maker repair in Sunnyside.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Water, Drains and Power
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. 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:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Built-in ice maker 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?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Sunnyside, WA
Most ice machine calls in Sunnyside 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 Sunnyside Repair Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Sunnyside, WA
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Do you cover Sunnyside and nearby towns?
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Before you call a Sunnyside 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.