Ice makers are the most repaired part of a modern refrigerator, and the fault is often not the ice maker itself but the water or cold that feeds it. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving South Venice and the Sarasota County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near South Venice
40 repair companies serve South Venice from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Venice (11), Englewood (11), and North Port (9). The closest is Owlico Appliances Repair, about 0.5 miles away. 15 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 32 businesses.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 24 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.0, 1.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 24 |
First up for South Venice: Grande Aire Services Inc. (9.7 miles away, based in Englewood, 4.9 stars from 786 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alex Crew LLC Appliances Repair Services (10.1 miles away, based in North Port, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LK Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Venice, 4.9 stars from 243 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SET APPLIANCE (2.0 miles away, based in Sarasota, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice tastes or smells off
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice clumping in the bucket
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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 South Venice. Freezer repair in South Venice.
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or lg ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
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)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in South Venice
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for South Venice
Most ice maker calls in South Venice 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in South Venice
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- 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 Venice, FL
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Are you affiliated with any refrigerator brand?
How much does ice maker repair cost in South Venice?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, South Venice
Ice Maker Repair Near South Venice
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 Venice technician a trip for parts.