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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Pickerington and the Fairfield County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Pickerington, OH
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Pickerington. 1 list an address in Pickerington, and other nearby bases include Columbus (27), Pataskala (3), and Reynoldsburg (2). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. Nearest on the list: NSI Protection Plus, around 1.4 miles out. Of those, 6 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pickerington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 4.9, 5.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Pickerington are Sears Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Pataskala, 4.4 stars from 496 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Central Ohio Appliance Repair Inc. (19.8 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.5 stars from 963 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dor-Mar Columbus Heating And Air (13.2 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.8 stars from 592 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.9 miles away, based in Grove City, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice tastes or smells off
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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 Pickerington. Freezer repair in Pickerington.
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. 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 Pickerington
Before you give up on the ice maker in Pickerington, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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?
- 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?
- 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?
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 Pickerington
Most ice maker calls in Pickerington 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 Pickerington
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Pickerington, OH
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
How much does ice maker repair cost in Pickerington?
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Pickerington
Ice Maker Repair Near Pickerington
A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Pickerington faster and cheaper.