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 Wapato and the Yakima County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Wapato, WA
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Wapato. 1 of them are based in Wapato itself, and the rest are spread across Yakima (6), Zillah (1), and Toppenish (1). Distances run up to about 24 miles. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Nearest on the list: Peter's Appliances Repair, around 0.3 miles out.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 4.8, 7.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
The leading options for Wapato are Sears Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Toppenish, 4.4 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Union Gap, 4.0 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); S & R Repair Services (4.8 miles away, based in Zillah, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Telco Electroncs, LLC (9.8 miles away, based in Yakima, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
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 Wapato is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Wapato.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Water, Drains and Power
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
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?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator 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.
Around Wapato
Most ice machine calls in Wapato 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 Wapato
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Wapato, WA
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Before you call a Wapato 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.