When an ice maker in Wellston 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. Below are the companies within reach of Wellston, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Wellston
32 repair companies serve Wellston from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Jackson (2), Chillicothe (2), and Huntington (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 7.1 miles out. Of those, 12 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Wellston 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.1, 7.9, 24.3 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 32 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
At the top of the Wellston list: Sears Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.6 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Literal Appliance Repair (32.8 miles away, based in Portsmouth, 4.8 stars from 29 reviews); Stafford's Repair Co. (31.9 miles away, based in Chillicothe, 4.2 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (59.9 miles away, based in Grove City, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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 motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Wellston, OH
Most ice maker calls in Wellston 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.
Before You Book in Wellston
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- 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: Wellston, OH
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Wellston
Ice Maker Repair Near Wellston
Before you call a Wellston technician, make sure the ice maker is switched on, the bin is seated and the freezer is at 0 degrees or colder. Then check whether the water dispenser still works, which tells you water is reaching the refrigerator.