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 Johnstown, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Johnstown
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Johnstown. The rest are spread across Columbus (20), Newark (4), and Pataskala (3). Distances run up to about 21 miles. Of those, 3 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 10.0 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 34 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.0, 10.6, 10.7 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
The leading options for Johnstown are Sears Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in Pataskala, 4.4 stars from 496 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Central Ohio Appliance Repair Inc. (24.7 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.5 stars from 963 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.6 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.4 stars from 266 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dor-Mar Columbus Heating And Air (20.9 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.8 stars from 592 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice clumping in the bucket
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Johnstown
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 Johnstown.
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or lg ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. 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)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Johnstown
Before you give up on the ice maker in Johnstown, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Johnstown
Most ice maker calls in Johnstown 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 Johnstown
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section and note whether the ice maker is in the door or the freezer. It saves a Johnstown technician a trip for parts.