Door-mounted ice makers on French door refrigerators work differently from the classic ice maker in the freezer, and they freeze up for different reasons. The Fort Meade list below starts with companies that show ice maker or refrigerator work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Fort Meade
Within 30 miles of Fort Meade there are 32 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Lakeland (16), Winter Haven (5), and Plant City (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. The closest is Countywide Appliance Repair, about 11.5 miles away. 7 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 32 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 11.5, 14.6, 14.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
First up for Fort Meade: Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (19.8 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (20.4 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Winter Haven (18.6 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.5 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or ge ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
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 filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Fort Meade, FL
Most ice maker calls in Fort Meade 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.
Before You Book in Fort Meade
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Fort Meade, FL
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Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Fort Meade
Ice Maker Repair Near Fort Meade
A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Fort Meade faster and cheaper.