When an ice maker in Eaton 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 Eaton and the Preble County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Eaton
Within 30 miles of Eaton there are 27 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Dayton (15), Miamisburg (2), and Greenville (2). Paul's Appliance Repair Service is the nearest, roughly 14.4 miles from Eaton. 9 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 24 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 27 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 14.4, 19.9, 20.2 |
First up for Eaton: Authorized Service (23.0 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,908 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.8 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.4 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Scotty Express Appliance Repair (28.7 miles away, based in Tipp City, 3.8 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.0 miles away, based in Connersville, 4.2 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Eaton
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice tastes or smells off
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Eaton
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 Eaton. Freezer repair in Eaton.
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or ge 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?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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 repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- 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?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it 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 Eaton, OH
Most ice maker calls in Eaton 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.
Questions to Ask a Eaton Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Eaton, 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 Eaton faster and cheaper.