When an ice maker in East Lake-Orient Park stops producing, the first question is whether water is reaching it, whether the freezer is cold enough and whether the ice maker is switched on. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving East Lake-Orient Park and the Hillsborough County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near East Lake-Orient Park
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of East Lake-Orient Park. Other nearby bases include Tampa (25), Brandon (9), and Thonotosassa (2). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 3.1 miles away. 11 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from East Lake-Orient Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 3.2, 4.0 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 17 |
Closest matches for East Lake-Orient Park: Appliances Plus Solutions (4.7 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 65 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (7.3 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (7.1 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Temple Terrace, 4.6 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or lg ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for East Lake-Orient Park
Most ice maker calls in East Lake-Orient Park come down to the same handful of causes: water supply and pressure, a frozen fill tube, the water inlet valve, freezer temperature and the ice maker assembly itself.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near East Lake-Orient Park
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: East Lake-Orient Park, FL
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Why did my ice maker stop working?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, East Lake-Orient Park
Ice Maker Repair Near East Lake-Orient Park
Before you call a East Lake-Orient Park technician, make sure the ice maker is switched on, the bin is seated and the freezer is at 0 degrees or colder. Then check whether the water dispenser still works, which tells you water is reaching the refrigerator.