Ice maker not making ice at all
We test the compressor and start components first. If the compressor is good, we replace the relay or overload on the spot. If it's seized, we quote a compressor replacement with refrigerant and labor included.
Same-day compressor fix for Whirlpool, GE, Samsung and Scotsman units
Ice Maker Compressor Repair Hattiesburg MS You Can Count On
When your ice maker quits, Ice Maker Compressor Repair Hattiesburg MS gets it cold again. We diagnose failed compressors, refrigerant leaks and control board faults for homes and businesses across Forrest County. Whether it's a refrigerator ice maker in Oak Grove or a Manitowoc head in a Hardy Street restaurant, we carry the tools and parts to fix it right the first time. Call 111 222 333 for same-day service.
Careful work. Honest options.
About this service
Ice Maker Compressor Repair Hattiesburg MS
Ice Maker Compressor Repair Hattiesburg MS is the specialized trade of restoring the sealed refrigeration system that actually makes your ice cold. The compressor is the heart of that system: it pumps refrigerant through the condenser coils and evaporator, and when it fails, you get warm cubes, hollow ice or no ice at all. We test the compressor windings with a multimeter, check the start relay and overload, then verify refrigerant charge with a manifold gauge set before we recommend repair or replacement.
Hattiesburg summers push ice makers hard. A unit running in a 95-degree garage or a busy kitchen on Hardy Street cycles far more often than the same machine in a cooler climate, and that shortens compressor life. If your ice maker compressor is not working in Hattiesburg Mississippi, you're usually looking at a seized compressor, a refrigerant leak or a failed start component. We handle all three, and we stock common Whirlpool, KitchenAid, GE, Samsung, LG and Frigidaire parts on the truck.
- ✓ Same-Day Diagnosis
- ✓ All Major Brands Serviced
- ✓ EPA-Compliant Refrigerant Work
- ✓ Warranty on Parts and Labor
What's included
What Our Compressor Repair Includes
Every compressor repair we do covers the sealed system end to end, not just the part swap. Here's what's in the flat price, and what we'll flag as a separate add-on before we touch anything.
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Full Sealed System Diagnosis
We test compressor windings, start relay, overload, run capacitor and control board, then read high and low side pressures. You get a written diagnosis with the actual readings, not a guess.
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Refrigerant Recovery and Recharge
We recover the old refrigerant under EPA Section 608 rules, pull a deep vacuum with a vacuum pump and recharge by weight to factory spec. That's what makes a compressor repair last.
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Compressor Replacement
When the compressor is seized or grounded, we cut it out, braze in a new one, replace the filter drier and leak-test the system with dye and an electronic detector before charging.
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Condenser Coil Cleaning
Dirty coils are why most compressors fail in Hattiesburg heat. We clean them as part of the job and show you how to keep airflow clear so the new compressor isn't working overtime.
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Start Component Replacement
If the compressor tests good, we replace the failed start relay, overload or capacitor on the spot. This is the fix in roughly one in four calls and saves you hundreds over a compressor swap.
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Post-Repair Performance Test
We run two full harvest cycles, check ice thickness and bin temperature with a thermometer, and record compressor amp draw. You see the machine running in spec before we pack up.
How it works
How Our Compressor Repair Process Works
01
Phone Triage
Call 111 222 333 and describe what you're seeing: warm cubes, no ice, a clicking sound or a machine that runs but never freezes. We ask the model and a few symptoms, then book a window, usually same day. You get a text when the tech is on the way.
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On-Site Diagnosis
The tech pulls the unit out, checks voltage at the compressor, tests windings with a multimeter and reads high and low side pressures with a manifold gauge set. Takes 30 to 45 minutes. You get a clear explanation of what failed and a flat price to fix it.
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Repair or Replace Call
If the compressor is good and the start relay, overload or control board failed, we replace those parts on the spot. If the compressor itself is seized or grounded, we quote a new compressor plus labor, or a full unit replacement if that's the smarter money.
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Sealed System Work
For a compressor swap, we recover the refrigerant, cut out the old compressor with a tube cutter, braze in the new one, then pull a deep vacuum with a vacuum pump. We recharge by weight to the factory spec and check for leaks with dye and an electronic detector.
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Test and Handoff
We run the machine through two full harvest cycles, verify ice thickness and check the bin temperature with a thermometer. Before we leave, we show you the readings, explain what to watch for and leave the work area cleaner than we found it.
Tools & methods
Tools and Methods We Use
Purpose-built equipment, used by trained technicians — so the job is done accurately the first time.
Multimeter
Tests compressor windings, start relay continuity and control board voltage so we know exactly what failed before quoting a repair.
Manifold gauge set
Reads high and low side pressures to confirm refrigerant charge, diagnose restrictions and verify the system after a recharge.
Vacuum pump
Pulls a deep vacuum on the sealed system after a compressor swap, which removes moisture and non-condensables that shorten compressor life.
Refrigerant recovery machine
Recovers refrigerant under EPA Section 608 rules so nothing is vented to atmosphere during a compressor replacement.
Tube cutter and flare tool
Cuts and forms clean tubing joints for brazing a new compressor and filter drier into the sealed system.
Leak detection dye and electronic detector
Finds refrigerant leaks that cause low charge and compressor failure, so we fix the cause and not just the symptom.
Thermometer and inspection mirror
Verifies bin and evaporator temperatures and lets us inspect tight compressor compartments on undercounter units.
Real results
Before and after.
KitchenAid Refrigerator Ice Maker, Oak Grove
Before
Customer's KitchenAid ice maker stopped producing ice and the compressor clicked every few minutes. Two other companies quoted a full compressor replacement at $850. The fridge side was still cold, which was a clue the compressor itself was fine.
After
We tested the start relay and found it failed. Replaced the relay and run capacitor for $185 total. Ice production returned within two hours and the compressor has run quietly for months since.
Manitowoc Commercial Head, Hardy Street
Before
A restaurant's Manitowoc ice machine quit on a Thursday afternoon. The compressor was seized and the machine was running hot. They were looking at a weekend of buying bagged ice and losing drink sales.
After
We recovered the refrigerant, replaced the compressor and filter drier, pulled a vacuum and recharged by weight. Machine was making ice by Friday morning. Total job was $1,450 including parts and labor.
U-Line Undercounter Unit, The Avenues
Before
An undercounter U-Line in a wet bar stopped freezing and started making a rattling noise. The compressor was running but not cooling, a classic sign of low refrigerant charge from a slow leak.
After
We found the leak with dye, repaired the line, replaced the filter drier and recharged the system. Cubes were clear and full within a day. Cost was $520 versus $1,100 for a new unit.
Problems we solve
Ice Maker Compressor Problems We Solve in Hattiesburg
Most compressor calls come down to a handful of failures. Here's what we see most often and how we fix it, so you know what to expect when we arrive.
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Ice maker producing small or hollow ice
We leak-test with dye and an electronic detector, repair the line, replace the filter drier, pull a vacuum and recharge by weight. That restores cube thickness and takes the strain off the compressor.
Compressor clicking but not starting
We check the start relay, run capacitor and compressor windings with a multimeter. Most clicking calls are a $40 to $120 start component, not a compressor. We fix it same day.
Ice maker leaking water near compressor
We find the source, usually a water inlet valve or line, repair it, then dry and inspect the compressor compartment. If the compressor got wet, we test it before returning the unit to service.
Proof you can check
Licensed, Certified, Warrantied
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EPA Section 608 CertificationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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NATE CertificationNorth American Technician Excellence
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Manufacturer Service CertificationWhirlpool, GE and Scotsman authorized training
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State Appliance Repair LicenseMississippi state licensing authority
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OSHA Safety ComplianceOccupational Safety and Health Administration
Most residential compressor repairs in Hattiesburg run $450 to $900 in 2026, including the compressor, refrigerant, labor and warranty. Commercial machines like Manitowoc or Hoshizaki can run $900 to $1,800 depending on tonnage and access. If the problem is a start relay or control board instead, you're usually looking at $150 to $350. We quote flat before we start.
We do. Ice Maker Repair Experts handles ice maker compressor repair in Hattiesburg Mississippi for homes and businesses across Forrest County, including Oak Grove, West Hattiesburg and the Hardy Street Corridor. We carry EPA Section 608 certification for refrigerant work and stock common parts on the truck. Call 111 222 333 and we'll book a same-day window.
Yes, in most cases. If you call before early afternoon, we can usually get a tech out the same day to diagnose. If the compressor needs replacement and we have the part on the truck, we finish the job in one visit, typically two to four hours. Specialty commercial compressors may need a next-day return.
The big four: no ice at all, hollow or small cubes, a clicking sound every few minutes, and a machine that runs constantly without getting cold. You may also see warm ice, a hot condenser or a compressor that trips the breaker. If you notice any of these, shut the unit off and call us before the compressor damages the control board.
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Call 111 222 333 or email info@icemakerrepairexperts.com and we will get you on the schedule. We answer the phone during business hours and return after-hours messages first thing the next morning. Most Hattiesburg calls placed before noon are handled the same day.
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