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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice makers and refrigerators at the top.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Covington, VA
35 repair companies serve Covington from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Covington itself, and other nearby bases include Roanoke (9), Lynchburg (4), and Staunton (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.1 miles away. 12 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Covington is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Covington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 35 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 29.4, 29.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Mention ice makers | 1 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 2 |
First up for Covington: Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Peerless Appliance Services (29.9 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Affordable Appliances Repair and Sales LLC (36.2 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.8 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Getz Appliance Repair and Refrigeration LLC (33.8 miles away, based in Salem, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Covington
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or frigidaire ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
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)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Covington
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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 Covington
Most ice maker calls in Covington 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 Covington
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Covington, VA
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
How much does ice maker repair cost in Covington?
How long does a new ice maker take to make ice?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Covington
Ice Maker Repair Near Covington
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 Covington technician a trip for parts.