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    Ice Machine Cleaning in Hudson, FL

    Crystal Ice is an ice machine cleaning business serving Hudson and the rest of Pasco County. We've been looking after Tampa Bay ice machines since 1992, and today we serve 500+ restaurants in the Tampa area.

    Hudson's waterfront seafood restaurants and tiki bars near Hudson Beach, the businesses along US-19, and the care facilities and clubs in the area all make ice daily in salty Gulf air.

    Cleaning a commercial ice machine

    Our five-step clean

    1. Descale. We dissolve the white mineral crust that hard Florida water leaves on the evaporator and water lines, so the machine freezes evenly and makes full, clear cubes again.
    2. Sanitize. Every part that touches water or ice gets a food-safe sanitizer: the water trough, distributor, curtains, tubing and evaporator.
    3. Clean the bin. We empty the storage bin and scrub it out, including the door, the seals and the corners where slime collects.
    4. Clear the drain. We flush the drain line and check that it flows, because a slow drain is where standing water and smells start.
    5. Check the water filter. We look at the filter and tell you whether it needs replacing. Filter replacement is extra if needed.

    Why it matters: mold, slime and bacteria

    An ice machine is cold, wet and dark inside, which is exactly where mold, slime and bacteria grow. You usually can't see it from the front. It builds up on the evaporator, curtain and bin, and it ends up in the ice you serve. Ice counts as food, so health inspectors check the machine, and a dirty one can turn into a violation.

    How often: twice a year

    We recommend a professional cleaning twice a year. Machines in busy kitchens, warm rooms or on hard water may need it sooner; follow the manufacturer's instructions as well.

    Price: $350 per visit

    A standalone cleaning is $350 per visit. Filter replacement is extra if needed. If you lease from Crystal Ice, cleanings are included.

    We also repair and rent ice machines

    Crystal Ice also repairs commercial ice machines in Hudson (request a written repair quote) and rents and leases machines from $160 a month, with installation, scheduled cleanings and repairs included. Month-to-month, no contract.

    Book a cleaning in Hudson

    Call (727) 441-8780 or email info@crystalice.com. Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM. Based in Clearwater, serving Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco and Hernando counties.

    Call (727) 441-8780

    Mon-Fri 8 AM-5 PM · Serving Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco and Hernando counties

    Book a free assessment

    Mon-Fri 8 AM-5 PM · Serving Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco and Hernando counties

    Email info@crystalice.com

    Mon-Fri 8 AM-5 PM · Serving Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco and Hernando counties

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