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 Valrico and the Hillsborough County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Valrico
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Valrico. 2 list an address in Valrico, and the rest are spread across Brandon (12), Tampa (11), and Riverview (7). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Valrico Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.1 miles from Valrico. Of those, 12 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Valrico. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 2.9, 3.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
First up for Valrico: Mr. Appliance of Brandon and Riverview (3.5 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances Plus Solutions (8.4 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 65 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.5 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (14.5 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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 Valrico. Freezer repair in Valrico.
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or lg ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. 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:
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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 deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Valrico, FL
Most ice maker calls in Valrico 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.
Questions to Ask a Valrico Repair Technician
- 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 guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Valrico, FL
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
How long does a new ice maker take to make ice?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Valrico
Ice Maker Repair Near Valrico
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 Valrico technician a trip for parts.