New ice machine installation sized to actual daily demand, with correct water treatment, drainage, ventilation and commissioning documentation. In Paulshof this is luxury gated estates work on new installations systems, attended within about 60 minutes of dispatch.On Defy equipment specifically — domestic double-door, side-by-side and chest freezers — the faults we see most in Paulshof are inverter compressor board faults and water dispenser valve leaks.Every visit starts with a full diagnostic and a written quote before any part is fitted.Complex access via intercom; some HOAs restrict drilling hours. Ice Machine Repairs bookings in Paulshof are logged against Block 11 so we can allow for power availability on site.
- Typical response window
- 60 minutes from Fourways & Northern Suburbs
- Distance from Sandton CBD
- 10.8 km
- Municipal water hardness
- moderate (170 ppm)
- Load-shedding schedule
- Block 11
- Access & compliance
- Complex access via intercom; some HOAs restrict drilling hours.
- Typical installed systems
- Townhouses and family homes, high heat pump geyser retrofit rate.
Refrigerant data
| Gas | Classification | Suction pressure | Discharge pressure | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R134a | HFC (A1) | 80-140 kPa at -5 degrees C evaporating | 900-1 200 kPa at 45 degrees C ambient | Wine cellars, display cabinets, medium-temperature commercial refrigeration and some heat pumps. |
| R448A | HFO/HFC blend (low GWP) | 50-75 kPa | 1600-2000 kPa | Modern commercial ice machines, cube and flake units, coldroom retrofits |
| R290 (propane) | Natural hydrocarbon (A3 flammable) | 30-50 kPa | 1000-1400 kPa | Undercounter and self-contained ice makers, nugget machines, back-bar units |
Common questions
Why is ice building up at the back of my Defy fridge in Paulshof?
That is almost always a defrost circuit failure: the heater, bimetal or defrost sensor. The ice blocks the evaporator, airflow drops and the fridge compartment warms up while the compressor runs constantly.
What size ice machine do I need?
Size on peak daily draw, not average: roughly 0.5 to 1 kg of ice per restaurant cover per day, more for cocktail bars and function venues. We calculate demand on site, then specify machine output plus bin storage and the water treatment your supply needs.
Do you charge a callout fee?
A standard callout and diagnostic fee applies and is quoted upfront. It is credited against the repair when you accept the quote.
Request a callout or quote
Send it straight to our WhatsApp for the fastest response, or call 012 546 6670 / email info@reyds.co.za.