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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Swansboro and the Onslow County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Swansboro
Our data shows 30 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Swansboro. The rest are spread across Wilmington (11), Jacksonville (5), and New Bern (3). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 10.8 miles out. 7 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Swansboro 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.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 30 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.8, 12.9, 14.4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
The leading options for Swansboro are Cavalry Appliance Service (27.7 miles away, based in New Bern, 4.9 stars from 535 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.7 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 4.6 stars from 234 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.9 miles away, based in Morehead City, 4.5 stars from 178 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aaron’s Appliance Repair (JACKSONVILLE) (14.4 miles away, based in Jacksonville, 4.0 stars from 64 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
An ice maker is only as good as the freezer around it. When food is soft too, the repair is a freezer repair. Freezer repair in Swansboro.
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Swansboro, NC
Most ice maker calls in Swansboro 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Swansboro
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Swansboro, NC
How long does a new ice maker take to make ice?
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What does an ice maker repair usually cost?
Why did my ice maker stop working?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Swansboro
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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 Swansboro technician a trip for parts.