Pittsburgh's Trusted Ice Machine Cleaning Experts
Veteran-owned. FDA-compliant deep cleaning for Manitowoc, Hoshizaki, Scotsman, Ice-O-Matic & more. Serving restaurants, bars, hotels, and healthcare across greater Pittsburgh.
Our Services
Manitowoc Ice Machines
Hoshizaki Ice Machines
Scotsman Ice Machines
Ice-O-Matic Ice Machines
And many others…
Our Cleaning Process: What You Can Expect
1. Make Sure You Never Run Out of Ice
Before we begin, we make sure all your ice bins are full and bag extra ice as needed. This keeps your team fully supplied while the machine is offline — no downtime for your operation.
2. Arrival & Inspection
We perform a quick inspection of your ice machine to check for scale buildup, mold, airflow issues, and any signs of mechanical problems. This helps us understand what your machine needs and prevents surprises.
3. Run Descaler Through the Machine
We run a nickel‑safe descaler through the machine on a cleaning cycle. This breaks down internal scale and mineral buildup in the water system, helping restore proper flow, efficiency, and ice quality.
4. Disassembly of Key Components
We remove all applicable internal parts — including the water distribution system, curtain, trough, and other removable components — so every surface can be cleaned thoroughly and safely.
5. Reassemble & Sanitize the System
After the internal parts are cleaned, we reassemble the machine and run sanitizer through the system to disinfect all water‑contact surfaces. We also spray the ice bin with a sanitizer mix to ensure the entire ice‑contact area is clean, safe, and food‑service compliant.
6. Exterior Polishing
We clean and polish the exterior stainless steel using professional products to keep your equipment looking sharp and maintain a clean kitchen environment.
7. Condenser Coil Cleaning (If Self‑Contained)
If your machine is self‑contained, we clean the condenser coil as needed to improve cooling efficiency and extend the life of your machine.
8. Clean the Air Filter (If Present)
If your machine has an air filter, we remove it and clean it thoroughly. A clean air filter improves airflow, reduces strain on the system, and helps the machine run more efficiently.
9. Final System Check
Once everything is cleaned and sanitized, we run a full operational check — water flow, harvest cycles, and temperature performance — to ensure everything is working properly.
10. Final Review & Recommendations
We walk you through what we found, what we cleaned, and any issues to keep an eye on. If we notice anything that may require a technician, we’ll let you know right away.
Products We Use
• Nickel‑safe, food‑grade cleaner
• IMS‑III sanitizer
• Weiman stainless steel cleaner
• Viper coil cleaner (if required)
Founded by Karl Gehlert, a proud veteran with a professional background in HVAC, refrigeration, and mechanics, our company is built on a foundation of precision, reliability, and service. We specialize in commercial ice machine cleaning, helping restaurants and businesses maintain safe, sanitary, and efficient equipment. As a small veteran-owned business, we take pride in delivering honest work, flexible scheduling, and meticulous attention to detail—because clean ice isn’t just a luxury, it’s a necessity. When you choose us, you're choosing a partner who understands the importance of keeping your operation running smoothly.
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