When an ice maker in Shelton 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Shelton and the Mason County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Shelton
12 repair companies serve Shelton from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Shelton itself, and other nearby bases include Lacey (3), Tacoma (3), and University Place (2). Of those, 1 mentions ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The closest is SOUTH SOUND APPLIANCE, about 0.3 miles away. The 8 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Shelton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 1 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 17.7, 19.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
At the top of the Shelton list: Sears Appliance Repair (17.7 miles away, based in Lacey, 4.4 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SOUTH SOUND APPLIANCE (0.3 miles away, 4.2 stars from 83 reviews); UP Appliance Repair (27.3 miles away, based in University Place, 4.9 stars from 320 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 1st Choice Appliances (22.7 miles away, based in Olympia, 3.7 stars from 15 reviews).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- 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.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. 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 Shelton
Before you give up on the ice maker in Shelton, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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.
What Shelton Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Shelton 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 Shelton Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Shelton, WA
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Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Shelton
Ice Maker Repair Near Shelton
Before you call a Shelton 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.