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. The Grimes list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Grimes
Our data shows 26 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Grimes. 1 list an address in Grimes, and the rest are spread across Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and West Des Moines (2). Distances run up to about 26 miles. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Greens Appliance, Heating & Cooling is the nearest, roughly 1.6 miles from Grimes.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Grimes. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 3.3, 3.7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 26 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
Closest matches for Grimes: Greens Appliance, Heating & Cooling (1.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 4,448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hometown Hero Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.9 stars from 889 reviews); Westside Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.0 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- White scale on the visible water parts
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
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 Grimes is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Grimes.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
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)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 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: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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 Grimes
Most ice machine calls in Grimes 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.
Before You Book in Grimes
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Grimes, IA
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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 Grimes technician a trip for parts.