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. Below are the companies within reach of Oceanside, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Oceanside
Within 30 miles of Oceanside there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Oceanside itself, and other nearby bases include Valley Stream (7), Freeport (6), and Hempstead (5). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Nearest on the list: The Appliance Doctor, around 0.3 miles out. Of those, 11 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 33 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 14 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.3, 0.5 |
First up for Oceanside: Sears Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Rosedale, 4.5 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PROGRESS SERVICE, INC (3.8 miles away, based in West Hempstead, 4.6 stars from 69 reviews); All Appliance Repair Long Island NY (4.1 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dr. Appliance Repair Pro LLC (4.1 miles away, based in Valley Stream, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice tastes or smells off
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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 Oceanside
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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 Oceanside Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Oceanside 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Oceanside
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Oceanside, NY
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
What does an ice maker repair usually cost?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Oceanside
Ice Maker Repair Near Oceanside
Before you call a Oceanside 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.