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. Below are the companies within reach of Winston-Salem, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Winston-Salem, NC
Within 30 miles of Winston-Salem there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 9 list an address in Winston-Salem, and other nearby bases include High Point (11), Kernersville (5), and Thomasville (5). Distances run up to about 23 miles. Nearest on the list: Advance Appliance., around 0.9 miles out. Of those, 3 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The 20 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Winston-Salem. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 1.5 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 55 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
At the top of the Winston-Salem list: Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Clemmons, 4.6 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours); John Michael & Associates, Inc. (16.6 miles away, based in High Point, 4.7 stars from 230 reviews); Davie Major Appliance Repair (22.7 miles away, based in Mocksville, 4.9 stars from 188 reviews); Prime Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 8 reviews).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Winston-Salem
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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 Winston-Salem. Freezer repair in Winston-Salem.
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or ge 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)
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 Winston-Salem, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$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?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Winston-Salem Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Winston-Salem, NC
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
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Why did my ice maker stop working?
Why is my ice maker leaking?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Winston-Salem
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A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Winston-Salem faster and cheaper.