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 Wollochet and the Pierce County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Wollochet, WA
Within 30 miles of Wollochet there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Tacoma (12), Federal Way (6), and Auburn (6). The farthest listed company is about 17 miles out. Nearest on the list: Renvoriq Appliance Repair Tacoma, around 3.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 28 businesses.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.5, 3.6, 5.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
First up for Wollochet: Mr. Fridge | Commercial Refrigeration Repair (26.8 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.8 stars from 558 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); InstaFix Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Federal Way, 4.7 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&H Appliance and Home services (10.6 miles away, based in Federal Way, 4.9 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Blinking light or error code
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- 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 Wollochet. Ice maker repair in Wollochet.
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)
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?
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- 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?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Wollochet Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Wollochet 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Wollochet
- 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: Wollochet, WA
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
How much does ice machine repair cost in Wollochet?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Wollochet, WA
Ice Machine Repair Near Wollochet
Before you call a Wollochet 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.