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. Below are the companies within reach of Kingstree, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Kingstree
Within 60 miles of Kingstree there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Myrtle Beach (10), Sumter (5), and Summerville (5). Voyager Appliance Repair Works is the nearest, roughly 19.4 miles from Kingstree. 12 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Kingstree 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 19.4, 32.6, 33.4 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 17 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
Closest matches for Kingstree: SC Appliance Repair (47.2 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 732 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (36.4 miles away, based in Florence, 4.5 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (45.7 miles away, based in Conway, 4.5 stars from 173 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bell's Appliance Parts & Repair Center (35.6 miles away, based in Sumter, 4.2 stars from 98 reviews).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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 Kingstree. Freezer repair in Kingstree.
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
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)
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve: $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?
- 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?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Kingstree, SC
Most ice maker calls in Kingstree 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.
South Carolina does not issue a license specific to appliance repair; mechanical work such as plumbing, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration is licensed by the Contractor's Licensing Board for commercial-scale jobs and by the Residential Builders Commission for residential HVAC and plumbing. Source: S.C. Code Title 40, Chapter 11 (Contractors), South Carolina Legislature
In South Carolina, you can check a license with the SC LLR License Lookup or report a problem to the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Kingstree
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Kingstree, SC
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Ice Maker Repair Near Kingstree
Before you call a Kingstree 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.