Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. Below are the companies within reach of Fort Collins, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Fort Collins, CO
39 repair companies serve Fort Collins from within 30 miles. 15 of them are based in Fort Collins itself, and the rest are spread across Loveland (8), Longmont (7), and Johnstown (3). The closest is Cornerstone Appliance Repair LLC, about 0.3 miles away. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fort Collins. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.4, 0.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 39 |
At the top of the Fort Collins list: Manweiler Appliance (9.7 miles away, based in Windsor, 4.9 stars from 649 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Colorado (9.9 miles away, based in Loveland, 4.8 stars from 1,832 reviews); Jim & Dave's Appliance (11.2 miles away, based in Loveland, 4.8 stars from 1,108 reviews); True North Appliance Repair LLC (0.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Fort Collins
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Ice tastes or smells off
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
Refrigerator ice makers fail for different reasons than standalone machines. If yours is in the refrigerator door or freezer, the ice maker repair page for Fort Collins is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Fort Collins.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
Use copper or PEX tubing for the ice maker connection; polyethylene tubing and piercing-type or small saddle valves are not recommended because they restrict flow and clog more easily. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Fort Collins, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Fort Collins
Most ice machine calls in Fort Collins come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Colorado's Division of Professions and Occupations has no appliance repair license; its trade licenses cover plumbing and electrical work. Source: Occupational Professions (Colorado DORA Division of Professions and Occupations)
In Colorado, you can check a license with the Colorado DORA License Lookup or report a problem to the Colorado Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Fort Collins
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Fort Collins, CO
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Why is my ice cloudy?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
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Before you call a Fort Collins technician, check that the water supply valve is open, the machine has power, and the drain is not backed up. Note when it last made ice and whether it has been cleaned or descaled recently.