An ice maker needs three things: water at enough pressure, a freezer cold enough to freeze it and a working mechanism to harvest the cubes. Most repairs fix one of those three. The Roaring Spring list below starts with companies that show ice maker or refrigerator work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Roaring Spring, PA
We found 38 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Roaring Spring. Other nearby bases include Altoona (4), Johnstown (3), and Hagerstown (3). Distances run up to about 59 miles. 11 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The closest is S & S servicing, about 9.0 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 37 businesses. Roaring Spring is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Roaring Spring. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 38 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.0, 9.3, 9.3 |
Closest matches for Roaring Spring: Martin Appliance (16.2 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.2 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Martin's Appliance Service and Parts LLC (48.3 miles away, based in Shippensburg, 4.9 stars from 95 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.1 miles away, based in Johnstown, 4.2 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Roaring Spring
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 clumping in the bucket
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
Use copper or PEX tubing for the ice maker connection; polyethylene tubing and piercing-type or small saddle valves are not recommended because they restrict flow and clog more easily. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Roaring Spring
Before you give up on the ice maker in Roaring Spring, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- 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?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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 Roaring Spring
Most ice maker calls in Roaring Spring 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.
Before You Book in Roaring Spring
- 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?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Roaring Spring, PA
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Roaring Spring
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Before you call a Roaring Spring 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.