Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Ice Machine Sales and Service in Montgomery
Founded in 1975 by Ray Nobles, our company initially operated as Modern Service Company, providing comprehensive restaurant equipment service. Over time, we identified ice machines as a specialized niche requiring dedicated expertise, leading to the formation of The Ice Man, Inc. in 1995. With over 40 years of cumulative experience, our family-owned business has trained multiple generations of technicians, including Jeff Nobles, who now leads the company while upholding his father's commitment to integrity and excellence. Our team of factory-trained professionals maintains a large parts inventory for immediate repairs, offering installation, preventative maintenance, and emergency services for all major ice machine brands.We serve Montgomery, Alabama, and the tri-county area, combining technical expertise with a customer-first approach to deliver reliable solutions. Our preventative maintenance program ensures optimal machine performance through biannual cleaning, sanitization, and proactive inspections. As a locally rooted business, we prioritize personalized service and competitive pricing, including flexible leasing options with tax advantages and guaranteed ice production. Our mission remains rooted in ethical business practices, aiming to glorify God through exceptional service and products that meet the evolving needs of our clients.
Services
Ice Machine Sales
Preventative Maintenance
Emergency Repairs
Installation Services
Leasing Programs
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of specialized ice machine expertise
- Our technicians are factory-trained with on-truck parts inventory
- We serve Montgomery and surrounding areas with local knowledge
- Competitive pricing includes leasing options with tax advantages
- Family-owned business with generational technical experience
Services
Ice Machine Sales
We offer new and used ice machines from leading brands including Manitowoc, Hoshizaki, Scotsman, and Koolaire. Our inventory features various models producing 50-1,000+ lbs of ice daily in nugget, cube, and crescent styles. All sales include expert consultation to match equipment with commercial requirements.
Preventative Maintenance
Our biannual maintenance program includes complete machine cleaning, sanitization, and component inspection. Technicians check for potential issues while ensuring optimal performance and food safety compliance. This proactive approach prevents breakdowns and extends equipment lifespan for commercial operations in Montgomery and surrounding areas.
Emergency Repairs
We provide urgent repair services for critical ice machine failures. Our technicians maintain priority response times with stocked service vehicles containing common replacement parts. While not offering 24/7 coverage, we prioritize rapid resolution for commercial clients during regular business hours.
Installation Services
Professional installation ensures proper operation of new ice machines. Our certified technicians handle all aspects including water line connections, electrical requirements, and clearance specifications. We verify correct installation parameters for both under-counter and freestanding units.
Leasing Programs
Our flexible leasing options provide access to premium ice machines without upfront capital investment. Benefits include predictable monthly payments, tax advantages, and included maintenance packages. Leasing agreements cover preventative care and repair services for budget-conscious businesses.
People
Jeff Nobles
Owner
Jeff Nobles leads The Ice Man, Inc. with over 20 years of specialized ice machine expertise. Trained by his father Ray, he maintains the company's founding commitment to technical excellence and ethical business practices while serving Montgomery's commercial refrigeration needs.
Questions
What ice machine brands do you service?
We service all major brands including Manitowoc, Hoshizaki, Scotsman, Koolaire, Cornelius, Everpure, and more with factory-trained technicians.
Do you offer preventative maintenance programs?
Yes, our $300 biannual program includes cleaning, sanitization, and inspection to prevent breakdowns and maintain optimal performance.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Montgomery, Alabama and the surrounding tri-county area for sales, service, and installation of ice equipment.
Do you provide emergency repair services?
We offer priority response for urgent repairs during regular business hours, though we don't provide 24/7 emergency coverage.
What leasing options are available?
Our leasing program includes low start-up costs, tax advantages, and maintenance coverage with flexible terms for commercial ice machines.
