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 Keyport 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 Keyport
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Keyport. 2 list an address in Keyport, and other nearby bases include Old Bridge (8), Perth Amboy (6), and Staten Island (5). Distances run up to about 8 miles. 11 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The closest is Richard's Appliance Services, about 0.5 miles away. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 17 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
First up for Keyport: Expert Appliance Center – Appliance Repair & Installation (7.2 miles away, based in Marlboro Township, 4.7 stars from 303 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MCTECH USA LLC (8.0 miles away, based in Perth Amboy, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Hazlet, 4.7 stars from 203 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Middletown Appliance Repair Service (5.2 miles away, based in Middletown Township, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Keyport
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice tastes or smells off
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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)
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Around Keyport
Most ice maker calls in Keyport 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Questions to Ask a Keyport Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Keyport, NJ
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
How long does a new ice maker take to make ice?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Keyport
Ice Maker Repair in Nearby Cities
Before you call a Keyport 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.