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 Grinnell, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Grinnell
Within 60 miles of Grinnell there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Grinnell, and other nearby bases include Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and Cedar Rapids (4). The farthest listed company is about 55 miles out. Starnes TV & Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Grinnell. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 38 businesses. Grinnell is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 16.9, 17.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
At the top of the Grinnell list: CONES Solutions (55.6 miles away, based in Cedar Rapids, 3.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Starnes TV & Appliance (1.0 miles away, 3.8 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Greens Appliance, Heating & Cooling (54.4 miles away, based in Grimes, 4.9 stars from 4,448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Budget Repair (16.9 miles away, based in Newton, 4.6 stars from 32 reviews).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Grinnell
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Blinking light or error code
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- 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 Grinnell is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Grinnell.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
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:
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 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?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Grinnell
Most ice machine calls in Grinnell 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 Grinnell
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Grinnell, IA
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
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A note on whether the machine is making no ice, slow ice or cloudy ice, plus the model number, makes any ice machine repair in Grinnell faster.