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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Lake Ronkonkoma and the Suffolk County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Lake Ronkonkoma
Within 30 miles of Lake Ronkonkoma there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Lake Ronkonkoma itself, and the rest are spread across Bohemia (5), Holbrook (4), and Hauppauge (4). Distances run up to about 7 miles. The closest is Kirkwood Appliance Repair Help, about 0.5 miles away. 6 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Ronkonkoma. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.3, 1.5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
At the top of the Lake Ronkonkoma list: Eddies Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Brentwood, 5.0 stars from 1,413 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Willie's Appliance (6.4 miles away, based in Hauppauge, 4.6 stars from 1,316 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GK Mechanical inc (4.3 miles away, based in Holbrook, 5.0 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Bohemia, 4.5 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Lake Ronkonkoma
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Lake Ronkonkoma
An ice maker is only as good as the freezer around it. When food is soft too, the repair is a freezer repair. Freezer repair in Lake Ronkonkoma.
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or samsung ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
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
Before you give up on the ice maker in Lake Ronkonkoma, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- 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?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Lake Ronkonkoma Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Lake Ronkonkoma 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 Lake Ronkonkoma
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Lake Ronkonkoma, NY
What does an ice maker repair usually cost?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
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A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Lake Ronkonkoma faster and cheaper.