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 Portage and the Cambria County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Portage
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Portage. Other nearby bases include Altoona (4), Johnstown (3), and Duncansville (2). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. 11 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The closest is Schafer's Appliance Repair, about 7.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 39 businesses. Portage is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Portage. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.4, 10.4, 13.1 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 49 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
Closest matches for Portage: Martin Appliance (21.5 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.0 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.2 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Johnstown, 4.2 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.0 miles away, based in Leechburg, 4.4 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Portage
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 Portage. Freezer repair in Portage.
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or samsung ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Portage
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$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: $45–$150 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.
Local Notes for Portage
Most ice maker calls in Portage 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Portage
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Portage, PA
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Which areas near Portage do these technicians cover?
How do I reset my ice maker?
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Before you call a Portage 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.