When an ice maker in Forest 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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice makers and refrigerators at the top.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Forest, MS
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Forest. Other nearby bases include Jackson (16), Brandon (6), and Pearl (4). The farthest listed company is about 43 miles out. 4 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Rush Appliance Repair Contractors is the nearest, roughly 29.1 miles from Forest. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 39 businesses. Forest is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 29.1, 30.3, 30.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 47 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
The leading options for Forest are Sears Appliance Repair (46.8 miles away, based in Meridian, 4.7 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Madison (38.0 miles away, based in Madison, 4.5 stars from 179 reviews); Fixit Refrigeration & Appliance Inc (32.8 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.8 stars from 6 reviews); Davis Refrigeration and Electrical Inc (40.0 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or ge ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
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 Forest
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 inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Forest Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Forest 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.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Forest Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Forest, MS
Which areas near Forest do these technicians cover?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Forest
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Before you call a Forest 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.