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. The Raleigh list below starts with companies that show ice maker or refrigerator work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Raleigh
Within 30 miles of Raleigh there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 20 list an address in Raleigh, and the rest are spread across Cary (6), Durham (5), and Wake Forest (3). Distances run up to about 16 miles. 10 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 2.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 39 businesses.
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.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 2.6, 3.1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
At the top of the Raleigh list: Mr. Appliance of Cary (9.1 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, 4.5 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 212 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Raleigh
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Raleigh
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or ge ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Before you give up on the ice maker in Raleigh, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Raleigh
Most ice maker calls in Raleigh 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Raleigh
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Raleigh, NC
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Raleigh
Ice Maker Repair Near Raleigh
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 Raleigh technician a trip for parts.