An ice maker needs three things: water at enough pressure, a freezer cold enough to freeze it and a working mechanism to harvest the cubes. Most repairs fix one of those three. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Lutz and the Hillsborough County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Lutz
40 repair companies serve Lutz from within 30 miles. 5 list an address in Lutz, and other nearby bases include Tampa (18), Wesley Chapel (8), and Land O' Lakes (6). Distances run up to about 9 miles. The closest is ProFix Appliances Repair, about 1.2 miles away. Of those, 13 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.3, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 31 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 16 |
Closest matches for Lutz: Mr. Appliance of Wesley Chapel (6.7 miles away, based in Wesley Chapel, 4.7 stars from 254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ER Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Wesley Chapel, 4.9 stars from 298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aussie's Appliance Services (5.1 miles away, based in Land O' Lakes, 4.9 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ER Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Land O' Lakes, 4.8 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Lutz
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice tastes or smells off
What Gets Fixed on a Lutz Ice Maker Call
If the freezer itself is running warm, fix that first; an ice maker will not harvest until its mold is cold enough. See freezer repair for Lutz. Freezer repair in Lutz.
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or lg ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
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)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Lutz, FL
Most ice maker calls in Lutz 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 Lutz
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Lutz, FL
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section and note whether the ice maker is in the door or the freezer. It saves a Lutz technician a trip for parts.