When an ice maker in South Portland stops producing, the first question is whether water is reaching it, whether the freezer is cold enough and whether the ice maker is switched on. The South Portland 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 South Portland
Our data shows 25 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of South Portland. 1 list an address in South Portland, and the rest are spread across Portland (5), Auburn (3), and Epping (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Nearest on the list: Agren, around 1.9 miles out. Of those, 7 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether South Portland is inside its regular service area.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 2.3, 3.1 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 25 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
The leading options for South Portland are Agren (1.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); McLaughlin Appliance Sales, Service & Parts (3.9 miles away, based in Scarborough, 4.3 stars from 51 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (34.2 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.4 stars from 522 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Strafford and Rockingham Counties (56.1 miles away, based in Epping, 4.8 stars from 945 reviews).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or samsung ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
Use copper or PEX tubing for the ice maker connection; polyethylene tubing and piercing-type or small saddle valves are not recommended because they restrict flow and clog more easily. 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 Portland
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator 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.
Local Notes for South Portland
Most ice maker calls in South Portland 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in South Portland
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- 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?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: South Portland, ME
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Which areas near South Portland do these technicians cover?
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, South Portland
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Before you call a South Portland technician, make sure the ice maker is switched on, the bin is seated and the freezer is at 0 degrees or colder. Then check whether the water dispenser still works, which tells you water is reaching the refrigerator.