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.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Montpelier
We found 27 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Montpelier. 1 list an address in Montpelier, and the rest are spread across Rutland (3), Plattsburgh (3), and Barre (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. 10 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The closest is Commercial Services Inc, about 1.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 26 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Montpelier is inside its regular service area.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 27 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 5.7, 5.9 |
First up for Montpelier: Advanced Appliance (35.9 miles away, based in Colchester, 4.9 stars from 359 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (30.7 miles away, based in St Johnsbury, 4.6 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Third Generation Appliance Repair (31.2 miles away, based in New Haven, 4.7 stars from 13 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (34.1 miles away, based in Middlebury, 4.6 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Montpelier
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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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)
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
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Montpelier
Before you give up on the ice maker in Montpelier, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- 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
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Montpelier
Most ice maker calls in Montpelier 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.
No separate Vermont appliance repair license was identified, but anyone who installs, inspects or services natural gas or propane systems, including appliances, must hold a gas certification from the Division of Fire Safety. Source: Vermont Division of Fire Safety: Natural and LP Gas Certifications
In Vermont, you can check a license with the DFS Licensing MasterList (Vermont Open Data: licensed electricians, plumbers and gas certifications) or report a problem to the Vermont Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance Program.
Questions to Ask a Montpelier Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Montpelier, VT
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Montpelier
Ice Maker Repair Near Montpelier
Before you call a Montpelier technician, make sure the ice maker is switched on, the bin is seated and the freezer is at 0 degrees or colder. Then check whether the water dispenser still works, which tells you water is reaching the refrigerator.