Ice makers are the most repaired part of a modern refrigerator, and the fault is often not the ice maker itself but the water or cold that feeds it. 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.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Ilion
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Ilion. The rest are spread across Syracuse (6), Schenectady (6), and Utica (4). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Of those, 9 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Nearest on the list: Appliance Doctor, around 8.0 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 30 businesses. Ilion is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ilion. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.0, 10.8, 10.8 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 51 |
First up for Ilion: Leone's Refrigeration & Appliance (11.2 miles away, based in Utica, 4.0 stars from 17 reviews); North Country Appliance Repair, LLC (35.1 miles away, based in Gloversville, 5.0 stars from 21 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (55.0 miles away, based in Schenectady, 4.5 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.9 miles away, based in Sidney, 4.5 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Ilion
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice tastes or smells off
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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 Ilion. Freezer repair in Ilion.
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or samsung 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)
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)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Local Notes for Ilion
Most ice maker calls in Ilion 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Ilion
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Ilion, NY
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker leaking?
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
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Ice Maker Repair Near Ilion
Before you call a Ilion 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.