When an ice maker in Lake Shore 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. Below are the companies within reach of Lake Shore, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Lake Shore
40 repair companies serve Lake Shore from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Vancouver (31), Ridgefield (4), and Portland (3). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. Of those, 7 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The closest is Evans Appliance Repair Solutions, about 1.3 miles away. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Shore. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Lake Shore: 5 Star In Home Services (10.1 miles away, based in Vancouver, 5.0 stars from 1,466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, based in Vancouver, 4.9 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Pro (9.6 miles away, based in Battle Ground, 4.9 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Banceu's Appliance (10.9 miles away, based in Vancouver, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
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)
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Lake Shore
Most ice maker calls in Lake Shore 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Lake Shore Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Lake Shore, WA
What does an ice maker repair usually cost?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
Why did my ice maker stop working?
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Lake Shore
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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 Lake Shore technician a trip for parts.