When an ice machine in Johnston slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Johnston and the Polk County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Johnston, IA
Our data shows 26 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Johnston. Other nearby bases include Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and Ankeny (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 25 businesses. Greens Appliance, Heating & Cooling is the nearest, roughly 3.4 miles from Johnston.
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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 26 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.4, 3.5, 3.7 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
First up for Johnston: Greens Appliance, Heating & Cooling (3.4 miles away, based in Grimes, 4.9 stars from 4,448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hometown Hero Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.9 stars from 889 reviews); Westside Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.6 stars from 774 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.0 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Johnston
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Blinking light or error code
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Johnston
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Johnston. Ice maker repair in Johnston.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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)
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)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Johnston, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Local Notes for Johnston
Most ice machine calls in Johnston 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Johnston
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Johnston, IA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Related Repair Pages for Johnston
Ice Machine Repair in Nearby Cities
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 Johnston technician a trip for parts.