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Ice Machine & Wine Cellar Repair in Miami and South Florida

Refrigerator down? Compressor short-cycling, ice maker stuck, condensation under the unit, or warm shelves? We service Sub-Zero, Wolf, Viking, Thermador, Miele, KitchenAid, Whirlpool, GE and Liebherr across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. Diagnostic fee waives with the repair.

4.79★ 1,373 customer reviews $59 service call — free with repair Same-day 7 AM–9 PM daily
Berne Appliance Repair refrigerator technician serving South Florida households

What kind of problems are we working with?

Not Cooling Properly

Warm fridge, cold freezer is the classic defrost or evap-fan failure—cold air can’t reach the fresh-food compartment. We pull the freezer back panel and look for an iced-over evaporator (means defrost heater or termination thermostat) or a dead fan motor. Sub-Zero 700-series uses dual evaporators and runs differently; Whirlpool/KitchenAid bottom-freezers fail on the evap fan around year 6. Compressor checks last because the sealed system is rarely the first culprit. Repairs typically $260–420.

Leaking Water

Puddle on the floor is the defrost drain frozen at the drip pan or the icemaker fill tube split. We pour warm water down the drain channel and snake the tube—if it clears, we install a heat-stick or P-trap so it doesn’t refreeze. Whirlpool/KitchenAid French-door units (W10619951 drain heater kit) get the fix permanently. Sub-Zero column drains run different. Inlet valve leaks at the rear elbow are the other common spot. Repairs typically $190–280.

Ice Maker Malfunctions

Icemaker not filling is the inlet valve (24V solenoid, opens 0.5–1.0A draw) or the saddle/line shut-off. Filling but not harvesting is the motor module or the bail-arm switch. Whirlpool/KitchenAid 4317943 modular icemakers fail the motor, Samsung French-door icemakers (the RF28 family) jam on a frozen auger—the whole compartment ices up and the auger motor strips. We always check fill volume (140–150 ml) before condemning the module. Repairs typically $200–340.

Strange Noises

Grinding from the back is the condenser fan motor bearings; clicking every 2–3 minutes is the compressor start relay (PTC) failing—replace with the overload as a pair. A rhythmic knock when the door opens is usually the evap fan blade hitting frost buildup. Sub-Zero 600/700 series and KitchenAid built-ins share a common condenser-fan failure around year 8. Whirlpool top-mounts pop the start relay first. Relay/fan jobs typically $180–260.

Door Seal Problems

Compromised gasket shows up as condensation on the cabinet edge or a fresh-food side that runs 3–5°F warm. We test with a dollar bill—if it slips out anywhere along the seal, replace. Sub-Zero 700 and Wolf integrated units use a magnetic gasket that must be ordered by serial; Whirlpool/KitchenAid French-door gaskets ship with the door hinge alignment template. Don’t skip the hinge cam check because a sagging door tears a new gasket in months. Gasket jobs typically $220–360.

How to fix your machine?

Tell Us What's Going Wrong

Reach out with a short description: warm fridge, ice maker not cycling, water under the unit, or unusual compressor noise. A photo of the model tag inside the door speeds up the diagnostic.

Same-Day Diagnostic Visit

Our tech arrives in the appointment window with common Sub-Zero, Wolf, Viking and KitchenAid parts on the truck. The $59 service-call fee waives when you approve the repair.

On-the-Spot Repair When Possible

Defrost system, fan motors, control boards and door gaskets usually finish the same visit. Sealed-system work is scheduled separately with our EPA-certified specialist.

Built-in & Premium Coverage

Sub-Zero column units, Wolf and Thermador refrigeration, Miele MasterCool, GE Monogram and Liebherr these are our daily work, not occasional repairs.

Cool Performance Verified Before Closeout

We monitor the temperature for at least 20 minutes after the repair to confirm the unit holds set point. Followup phone call inside 48 hours.

Berne Appliance Repair refrigerator technician serving South Florida households

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Michael ..
2024-03-25 14:05:55
very good professional.they really knows what they are doingThey came and found out in 5 minutes the problem and fixed. thank you Bernie read more
Richard S.
Richard S.
2024-11-23 11:33:00
Victor was great, very professional. Came out the first time and the cooktop was the wrong size. Came back on a Friday nite to install the right size.... read more
Viktor K.
Viktor K.
2025-08-27 04:27:13
I called Berne Appliance when my dishwasher stopped draining. They gave me a same-day appointment, and the technician showed up right on time. He quickly... read more
Anthony
Anthony
2026-06-03 08:50:07
GE microwave and convection oven went out for the 6th or 7th time (no exaggeration) and these guys came out and got it fixed right away. Other companies... read more
Grisel B.
Grisel B.
2024-08-12 17:50:48
I had an outstanding experience with Refat from Berne Appliance Repair. He arrived promptly at the scheduled time and quickly diagnosed the issue with my... read more
Maryam K.
Maryam K.
2025-02-08 10:47:42
Our ice maker broke and I was nervous to hire someone that I could trust would do the job right. I called Berne repair on a whim and they sent someone right... read more
Stefano Z.
Stefano Z.
2024-03-27 14:24:57
Great service from A to Z.Fast reply to my first message, the technician came quickly in a couple of hours and in 20 mins he fixed the problem with my... read more
Luis G.
Luis G.
2024-11-27 06:49:00
5-Star Yelp Review for Berne Appliance & RepairI can't recommend Berne Appliance & Repair enough! I was in a bind with my downdraft vent hood, and their... read more
Larry J.
Larry J.
2025-08-27 11:32:18
They were prompt in their responses, came to service within the timeframe they gave me. read more
Gary S.
Gary S.
2026-06-24 11:54:36
Mikhail the tech who came to repair my LG refrigerator was fantastic! He diagnosed the problem and replaced the condenser fan. Not only was he very... read more
Sergio C.
Sergio C.
2026-01-07 08:13:14
The technician arrived, a little late, but he arrived. There may have been some miscommunication between the dispatch office, myself, and the technician as... read more
Bryant D.
Bryant D.
2024-08-19 14:32:42
Do not trust this company! Somebody hacked my account and posted a glowing review for them. I have never used this business and will never since they are... read more
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