Undercounter and built-in ice makers in kitchens, bars and outdoor kitchens fail for different reasons than a refrigerator ice maker: scale, drain problems and harvest faults lead the list. Below are the companies within reach of Algona, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Algona
Our data shows 11 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Algona. 2 of them are based in Algona itself, and the rest are spread across Estherville (1), Fairmont (1), and Spencer (1). Algona Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Algona. Across 10 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Algona is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Algona. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 38.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 11 |
First up for Algona: Sears Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.4 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Algona Appliance (0.5 miles away, 3.6 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (41.3 miles away, based in Fairmont, 4.7 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.8 miles away, based in Webster City, 4.6 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Ice tastes or smells off
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Blinking light or error code
- White scale on the visible water parts
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Algona. Ice maker repair in Algona.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 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.
What Algona Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Algona come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Algona
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Algona, IA
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Do you cover Algona and nearby towns?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
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Before you call a Algona 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.