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 Villages 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 The Villages
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of The Villages. 2 of them are based in The Villages itself, and the rest are spread across Ocala (14), Belleview (6), and Inverness (3). Nearest on the list: The Villages Affordable Appliance Repair Tech, around 1.7 miles out. 10 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from The Villages. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 2.9, 3.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 46 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
First up for The Villages: Hartman's Appliance Repair Ocala (21.4 miles away, based in Ocala, 4.8 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Beacon Services & Appliances (27.2 miles away, based in Beverly Hills, 4.9 stars from 1,467 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Summerfield, 4.5 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Home Service (27.8 miles away, based in Clermont, 4.8 stars from 604 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in The Villages
Troubleshooting first? See ge ice maker not working or whirlpool 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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
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.
What The Villages Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in The Villages 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 The Villages
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: The Villages, FL
Why did my ice maker stop working?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
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A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in The Villages faster and cheaper.