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 Runnemede, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Runnemede
40 repair companies serve Runnemede from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Cherry Hill Township (16), Haddonfield (3), and Camden (3). Of those, 6 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Nearest on the list: Johnnie's Appliance Service, around 1.0 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Runnemede. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.9, 2.6 |
|---|---|
| Name ice maker work | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
Closest matches for Runnemede: Mr. Appliance of Cherry Hill (8.4 miles away, based in Marlton, 4.6 stars from 541 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Sewell (6.3 miles away, based in Sewell, 4.8 stars from 1,011 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Center City (8.3 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.9 stars from 187 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Glassboro, 4.5 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Runnemede
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Runnemede
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or frigidaire ice maker not working.
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)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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 Runnemede
Most ice maker calls in Runnemede 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 Runnemede Repair Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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: Runnemede, NJ
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
Why did my ice maker stop working?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Runnemede
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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 Runnemede technician a trip for parts.