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. Below are the companies within reach of Parkersburg, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Parkersburg, WV
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Parkersburg. 1 list an address in Parkersburg, and the rest are spread across Zanesville (2), Vienna (1), and Marietta (1). Distances run up to about 60 miles. AAA Refrigeration is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Parkersburg. Rated companies nearby average 3.6 stars across 12 businesses. Parkersburg is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.8, 11.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 1 |
At the top of the Parkersburg list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Vienna, 3.7 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AAA Refrigeration (0.9 miles away, 3.5 stars from 10 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in Marietta, 4.3 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kochis Appliance Heating & Air (31.2 miles away, based in Millfield, 4.5 stars from 39 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
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 Parkersburg is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Parkersburg.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
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:
- 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: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Parkersburg, WV
Most ice machine calls in Parkersburg come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
West Virginia's Division of Labor certifies HVAC technicians for installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating and cooling system components, and the law has no specific appliance repair license or exemption. Source: West Virginia Code Chapter 21, Article 16 (HVAC technician certification), Division of Labor
In West Virginia, you can check a license with the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board License Lookup or report a problem to the West Virginia Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Parkersburg
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Parkersburg, WV
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do you cover Parkersburg and nearby towns?
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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 Parkersburg technician a trip for parts.