Ice makers are the most repaired part of a modern refrigerator, and the fault is often not the ice maker itself but the water or cold that feeds it. Below are the companies within reach of Martinsburg, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Martinsburg, WV
14 repair companies serve Martinsburg from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Martinsburg, and other nearby bases include Hagerstown (4), Frederick (2), and Ranson (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. 4 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. The closest is Freedom Appliance Repair LLC, about 0.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 14 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Martinsburg. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 12.1, 15.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 14 |
The leading options for Martinsburg are WV Blue Ridge Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Ranson, 4.8 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.9 miles away, based in Winchester, 4.3 stars from 364 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.9 miles away, based in Hagerstown, 4.3 stars from 282 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Acer Appliance Services LLC (28.3 miles away, based in Leesburg, 2.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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 Martinsburg. Freezer repair in Martinsburg.
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or frigidaire ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Martinsburg, WV
Most ice maker calls in Martinsburg 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.
West Virginia's Division of Labor certifies HVAC technicians for installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating and cooling system components, and the law has no specific appliance repair license or exemption. Source: West Virginia Code Chapter 21, Article 16 (HVAC technician certification), Division of Labor
In West Virginia, you can check a license with the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board License Lookup or report a problem to the West Virginia Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Martinsburg
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Martinsburg, WV
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A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Martinsburg faster and cheaper.