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 Mason City, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Mason City
Our data shows 15 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Mason City. The rest are spread across Charles City (3), Austin (2), and Algona (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Prahm Repair, LLC. is the nearest, roughly 7.2 miles from Mason City. Mason City is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 4 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.2, 26.9, 27.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
Closest matches for Mason City: Prahm Repair, LLC. (7.2 miles away, based in Plymouth, 4.7 stars from 28 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (27.3 miles away, based in Charles City, 4.7 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Plus (27.3 miles away, based in Charles City, 4.9 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.6 miles away, based in Austin, 4.4 stars from 45 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
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 Mason City. Ice maker repair in Mason City.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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
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:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- 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?
- 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?
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.
Local Notes for Mason City
Most ice machine calls in Mason City 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.
Questions to Ask a Mason City Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Mason City, IA
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Which areas near Mason City do these technicians cover?
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Ice Machine Repair Near Mason City
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 Mason City technician a trip for parts.