Door-mounted ice makers on French door refrigerators work differently from the classic ice maker in the freezer, and they freeze up for different reasons. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Sidney and the Shelby County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Sidney
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Sidney. The rest are spread across Dayton (15), Lima (4), and Beavercreek (3). The farthest listed company is about 46 miles out. Of those, 14 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 10.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 36 businesses. Sidney is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 18 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.1, 11.7, 20.3 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 20 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 58 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
The leading options for Sidney are Authorized Service (28.4 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,908 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (32.9 miles away, based in Lima, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Moran Refrigeration Inc. (20.6 miles away, based in St Marys, 4.4 stars from 50 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Scotty Express Appliance Repair (22.3 miles away, based in Tipp City, 3.8 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
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 Sidney.
Troubleshooting first? See ge ice maker not working or lg ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $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?
- 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 Sidney
Most ice maker calls in Sidney 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Sidney
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Sidney, OH
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Which areas near Sidney do these technicians cover?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Sidney
Ice Maker Repair Near Sidney
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 Sidney technician a trip for parts.