When an ice maker in Little River 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Little River and the Horry County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Little River
We found 35 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Little River. 3 of them are based in Little River itself, and other nearby bases include Myrtle Beach (17), North Myrtle Beach (5), and Conway (4). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. 10 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The closest is Hall Appliance, about 1.5 miles away. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.8, 1.9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 35 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
First up for Little River: Appliance Defiance (4.8 miles away, based in North Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 143 reviews); SC Appliance Repair (27.5 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.9 stars from 732 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.8 miles away, based in Shallotte, 4.5 stars from 403 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.2 miles away, based in Myrtle Beach, 4.4 stars from 838 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Little River
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- 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 Little River. Freezer repair in Little River.
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or frigidaire 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)
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?
Before you give up on the ice maker in Little River, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 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?
- 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?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Little River, SC
Most ice maker calls in Little River 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 Little River
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Little River, SC
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A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Little River faster and cheaper.