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 Brentwood 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 Brentwood
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Brentwood. 4 list an address in Brentwood, and the rest are spread across Hauppauge (6), Central Islip (3), and Islip (3). Of those, 7 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Nearest on the list: Eebi appliances service inc, around 1.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 24 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Brentwood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.6, 1.7 |
First up for Brentwood: Eddies Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Willie's Appliance (2.1 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in East Northport, 4.6 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SQServicers (8.9 miles away, based in Lindenhurst, 5.0 stars from 163 reviews).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Brentwood
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- 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 Brentwood. Freezer repair in Brentwood.
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or frigidaire ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
Use copper or PEX tubing for the ice maker connection; polyethylene tubing and piercing-type or small saddle valves are not recommended because they restrict flow and clog more easily. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Brentwood
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit 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.
What Brentwood Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Brentwood 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 York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Questions to Ask a Brentwood Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Brentwood, NY
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Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Brentwood
Ice Maker Repair Near Brentwood
A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Brentwood faster and cheaper.