When an ice maker in Swarthmore 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 Swarthmore, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Swarthmore, PA
40 repair companies serve Swarthmore from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Swarthmore itself, and other nearby bases include Philadelphia (8), Media (4), and Glenolden (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. The closest is Highland Appliance Repair Swarthmore, about 0.1 miles away. Of those, 6 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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) | 42 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.9, 1.2 |
First up for Swarthmore: Mr. Appliance of Center City (10.1 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.9 stars from 187 reviews); Mr. Appliance of the Delaware Valley (11.6 miles away, based in Chadds Ford, 4.6 stars from 1,953 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UpTech Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Bala Cynwyd, 4.9 stars from 175 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Philly Appliances Repair (10.9 miles away, based in Philadelphia, 4.8 stars from 219 reviews).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Swarthmore
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice tastes or smells off
What Gets Fixed on a Swarthmore Ice Maker Call
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Ice Maker Safety Notes
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Swarthmore, PA
Most ice maker calls in Swarthmore 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.
Questions to Ask a Swarthmore Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Swarthmore, PA
Are you affiliated with any refrigerator brand?
How long does a new ice maker take to make ice?
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Swarthmore
Ice Maker Repair Near Swarthmore
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 Swarthmore technician a trip for parts.