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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Vashon and the King County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Vashon
40 repair companies serve Vashon from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Kent (9), Seattle (7), and Tacoma (5). The 28 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars. Nearest on the list: Friendly Appliance Repair Care, Inc, around 6.4 miles out.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.4, 6.9, 7.0 |
At the top of the Vashon list: Mr. Fridge | Commercial Refrigeration Repair (16.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.8 stars from 558 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (10.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (9.4 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- White scale on the visible water parts
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 Vashon is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Vashon.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Vashon, 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?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Vashon Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Vashon 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 Vashon
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Vashon, WA
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
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Ice Machine Repair Near Vashon
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 Vashon technician a trip for parts.