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 Johnstown, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Johnstown, NY
Within 30 miles of Johnstown there are 28 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Schenectady (12), Amsterdam (3), and Gloversville (2). Adirondack Grill Doctor is the nearest, roughly 3.1 miles from Johnstown. 5 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Johnstown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 3 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 28 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.1, 4.3, 10.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
At the top of the Johnstown list: Mr. Appliance of Clifton Park (29.3 miles away, based in Ballston Spa, 4.9 stars from 1,422 reviews); North Country Appliance Repair, LLC (4.3 miles away, based in Gloversville, 5.0 stars from 21 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.9 miles away, based in Schenectady, 4.5 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ROSS REFRIGERATION (10.2 miles away, based in Amsterdam, 4.8 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or ge ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
Local Notes for Johnstown
Most ice maker calls in Johnstown 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.
Before You Book in Johnstown
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Johnstown, NY
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Ice Maker Repair Near Johnstown
Before you call a Johnstown 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.