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 Madison Heights and the Amherst County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Madison Heights, VA
We found 36 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Madison Heights. The rest are spread across Roanoke (9), Lynchburg (4), and Charlottesville (4). Nearest on the list: Reliable Home Appliance Repair, around 5.1 miles out. 15 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars. Madison Heights is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.1, 7.0, 8.4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 2 |
| Mention ice makers | 1 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 36 |
First up for Madison Heights: Sears Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, based in Lynchburg, 4.5 stars from 411 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (54.2 miles away, based in Covington, 4.4 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Peerless Appliance Services (46.2 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (55.5 miles away, based in Charlottesville, 4.5 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Madison Heights
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Madison Heights
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 Madison Heights. Freezer repair in Madison Heights.
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working 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)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- 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
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Madison Heights Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Madison Heights 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Madison Heights
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Madison Heights, VA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Madison Heights
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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 Madison Heights technician a trip for parts.