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 Ranson and the Jefferson County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Ranson, WV
Within 30 miles of Ranson there are 31 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Ranson itself, and the rest are spread across Frederick (8), Leesburg (6), and Ashburn (6). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. WV Blue Ridge Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Ranson. 7 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 10.6, 18.6 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 31 |
At the top of the Ranson list: Mr. Appliance of Frederick County (25.0 miles away, based in Frederick, 4.7 stars from 514 reviews, lists Saturday hours); WV Blue Ridge Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.8 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.6 miles away, based in Winchester, 4.3 stars from 364 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.9 miles away, based in Frederick, 4.3 stars from 715 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
What Gets Fixed on a Ranson Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or whirlpool 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)
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
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Before you give up on the ice maker in Ranson, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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 repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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 credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does 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 Ranson Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Ranson 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 Ranson
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Ranson, WV
Why is my ice maker leaking?
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Ranson
Ice Maker Repair Near Ranson
Before you call a Ranson 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.