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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Clear Lake and the Cerro Gordo County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Clear Lake
12 repair companies serve Clear Lake from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Charles City (3), Austin (2), and Algona (2). The farthest listed company is about 53 miles out. Prahm Repair, LLC. is the nearest, roughly 15.1 miles from Clear Lake. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 12 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Clear Lake is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 15.1, 25.9, 28.1 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 12 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
At the top of the Clear Lake list: Prahm Repair, LLC. (15.1 miles away, based in Plymouth, 4.7 stars from 28 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (35.7 miles away, based in Charles City, 4.7 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.7 miles away, based in Austin, 4.4 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Plus (35.8 miles away, based in Charles City, 4.9 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Clear Lake
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
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 Clear Lake is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Clear Lake.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Water, Drains and Power
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. 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
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in Clear Lake, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Clear Lake, IA
Most ice machine calls in Clear Lake 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 Clear Lake
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Clear Lake, IA
Why is my ice cloudy?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Clear Lake, IA
Ice Machine Repair Near Clear Lake
Write down the brand, model and serial number from the label behind the front grille or inside the door, and note any blinking light or code. It saves a Clear Lake technician a trip for parts.