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. The Columbus list below starts with companies that show ice maker or refrigerator work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Columbus
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Columbus. 32 of them are based in Columbus itself, and other nearby bases include Upper Arlington (2), Bexley (1), and Whitehall (1). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. The closest is Appliance Lab, about 0.6 miles away. Of those, 7 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.7 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.0, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 58 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
Closest matches for Columbus: Central Ohio Appliance Repair Inc. (6.8 miles away, 4.5 stars from 963 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dor-Mar Columbus Heating And Air (1.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 592 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Grove City, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Dublin, 4.4 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Columbus
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Columbus
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 Columbus. Freezer repair in Columbus.
Troubleshooting first? See ge ice maker not working or frigidaire 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)
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
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- 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?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Columbus, OH
Most ice maker calls in Columbus 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.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Columbus
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Columbus, OH
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Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Columbus
Ice Maker Repair Near Columbus
Before you call a Columbus 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.