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 Schenectady, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Schenectady
Within 30 miles of Schenectady there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 12 list an address in Schenectady, and other nearby bases include Albany (7), Latham (3), and Clifton Park (3). Distances run up to about 17 miles. Nearest on the list: Duffy's AIS, around 0.3 miles out. 4 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Schenectady. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.0, 1.3 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 49 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
Closest matches for Schenectady: Mr. Appliance of Clifton Park (13.2 miles away, based in Ballston Spa, 4.9 stars from 1,422 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, 4.5 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Technician Services Inc (20.3 miles away, based in Selkirk, 4.9 stars from 230 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Albany, 4.1 stars from 272 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Schenectady
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
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 Schenectady. Freezer repair in Schenectady.
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or ge ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
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:
- 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?
- 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Around Schenectady
Most ice maker calls in Schenectady 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 Schenectady
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
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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 Schenectady faster and cheaper.