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. The St. Albans list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near St. Albans
Our data shows 25 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of St. Albans. Other nearby bases include Charleston (6), Huntington (2), and Oak Hill (2). The 22 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether St. Albans is inside its regular service area.
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) | 25 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 7.9, 8.0 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
Closest matches for St. Albans: Sears Appliance Repair (8.0 miles away, based in Scott Depot, 4.1 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.7 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.3 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.6 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, based in St Albans, 4.3 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
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 St. Albans is the better fit. Ice maker repair in St. Albans.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
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:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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 St. Albans, WV
Most ice machine calls in St. Albans 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near St. Albans
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: St. Albans, WV
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Do you cover St. Albans and nearby towns?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
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Ice Machine Repair Near St. Albans
Before you call a St. Albans 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.