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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Harrisonburg and the Harrisonburg County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Harrisonburg, VA
Our data shows 13 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Harrisonburg. 1 of them are based in Harrisonburg itself, and other nearby bases include Staunton (3), Fishersville (3), and Bridgewater (2). Distances run up to about 25 miles. Appliance Repair Tech Harrisonburg is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Harrisonburg. Of those, 4 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 5.6, 6.1 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 13 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
First up for Harrisonburg: Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Waynesboro, 4.3 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VA Commercial Repair Solutions (23.7 miles away, based in Fishersville, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.6 miles away, based in Staunton, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hobart Sales & Services (23.9 miles away, based in Fishersville).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Harrisonburg
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What Gets Fixed on a Harrisonburg Ice Maker Call
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 Harrisonburg. Freezer repair in Harrisonburg.
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
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?
Before you give up on the ice maker in Harrisonburg, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Harrisonburg, VA
Most ice maker calls in Harrisonburg 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.
Questions to Ask a Harrisonburg Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Harrisonburg, VA
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
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Ice Maker Repair Near Harrisonburg
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 Harrisonburg technician a trip for parts.