When an ice maker in Ocean City 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.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Ocean City, NJ
Our data shows 27 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Ocean City. 1 list an address in Ocean City, and the rest are spread across Pleasantville (3), Galloway (3), and Somers Point (2). Of those, 6 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Ulmer's Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Ocean City. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ocean City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 27 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 2.6, 3.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 6 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
At the top of the Ocean City list: Mr. Appliance of Atlantic and Cape May (11.8 miles away, based in Cape May Court House, 4.7 stars from 479 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ULMER'S Appliance Service (6.6 miles away, based in Ocean View, 4.5 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); C and R Appliance Of Galloway Inc (17.1 miles away, based in Galloway, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Mays Landing, 4.2 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
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 Ocean City. Freezer repair in Ocean City.
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- 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
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Ocean City, NJ
Most ice maker calls in Ocean City 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 Ocean City Repair Technician
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Ocean City, NJ
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
How much does ice maker repair cost in Ocean City?
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Before you call a Ocean City 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.