When an ice maker in Wantagh stops producing, the first question is whether water is reaching it, whether the freezer is cold enough and whether the ice maker is switched on. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Wantagh and the Nassau County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Wantagh
40 repair companies serve Wantagh from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Wantagh itself, and other nearby bases include Freeport (6), Hempstead (4), and Levittown (3). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. Of those, 9 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Wantagh Affordable Appliance Repair Tech is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Wantagh. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 18 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.3, 1.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 17 |
The leading options for Wantagh are SQServicers (7.0 miles away, based in Lindenhurst, 5.0 stars from 163 reviews); Appliance Repair Merrick (2.3 miles away, based in Merrick, 4.3 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Massapequa, 4.1 stars from 352 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Roosevelt (4.2 miles away, based in Roosevelt, 4.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Wantagh
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice clumping in the bucket
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Wantagh
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 Wantagh. Freezer repair in Wantagh.
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or whirlpool ice maker not working.
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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 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?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 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: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Wantagh
Most ice maker calls in Wantagh 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.
Questions to Ask a Wantagh Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Wantagh, NY
Which areas near Wantagh do these technicians cover?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Wantagh
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Before you call a Wantagh 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.