When an ice maker in Buena Vista 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 Buena Vista and the Buena Vista County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Buena Vista, VA
We found 38 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Buena Vista. 1 of them are based in Buena Vista itself, and the rest are spread across Roanoke (9), Lynchburg (4), and Charlottesville (4). Keiser's Appliance & Services is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Buena Vista. 15 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 33 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Buena Vista is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Buena Vista. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 5.8, 20.3 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| Mention ice makers | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 38 |
At the top of the Buena Vista list: Sears Appliance Repair (35.2 miles away, based in Covington, 4.4 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.8 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.5 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Peerless Appliance Services (41.5 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (33.5 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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 Buena Vista. Freezer repair in Buena Vista.
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or frigidaire 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
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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.
Around Buena Vista
Most ice maker calls in Buena Vista 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Buena Vista
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Buena Vista, VA
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Are you affiliated with any refrigerator brand?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Buena Vista
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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 Buena Vista technician a trip for parts.