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 Dover, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Dover
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Dover. Other nearby bases include Canton (5), Akron (4), and Brunswick (3). The farthest listed company is about 54 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 18.5 miles from Dover. Of those, 13 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 36 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Dover is inside its regular service area.
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 (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 18.5, 18.8, 18.9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 14 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 16 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 31 |
At the top of the Dover list: Home Appliance Company (18.8 miles away, based in Massillon, 4.7 stars from 402 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (42.0 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.5 miles away, based in Massillon, 4.3 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.8 miles away, based in Canton, 4.4 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Dover
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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 Dover.
Troubleshooting first? See samsung 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)
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?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
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.
What Dover Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Dover 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 Dover
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Dover, OH
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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 Dover faster and cheaper.