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 South Bay and the Palm Beach County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near South Bay
Within 60 miles of South Bay there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include West Palm Beach (8), Wellington (5), and Boca Raton (5). Distances run up to about 39 miles. 10 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Belle Glade Pearl Appliance Solutions, around 3.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 26 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether South Bay 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.3, 28.4, 28.4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
The leading options for South Bay are Avi Appliance Repair (37.7 miles away, based in Boynton Beach, 5.0 stars from 661 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPLIANCE PROFESSIONAL REPAIR LLC (38.2 miles away, based in Lake Worth Beach, 5.0 stars from 454 reviews); Djs air condition & appliance repair llc (38.2 miles away, based in Boca Raton, 4.9 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mobile TV & Appliance Repair (37.7 miles away, based in West Palm Beach, 4.9 stars from 180 reviews).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice tastes or smells off
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in South Bay
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- 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?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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 South Bay, FL
Most ice maker calls in South Bay 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 South Bay
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: South Bay, FL
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
How much does ice maker repair cost in South Bay?
Why is my ice maker leaking?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, South Bay
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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 South Bay technician a trip for parts.