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. The Breese 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 Breese
21 repair companies serve Breese from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Belleville (4), Centralia (3), and Fairview Heights (3). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 18 businesses. Nearest on the list: K J Appliance Repair, around 6.1 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Breese. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.1, 12.1, 12.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
Closest matches for Breese: Hoffmann Brothers (27.6 miles away, based in Edwardsville, 4.9 stars from 5,567 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mark's Appliance (26.3 miles away, based in Edwardsville, 4.9 stars from 1,610 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Mid America (25.0 miles away, based in Fairview Heights, 4.8 stars from 1,246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Broadway Appliance Sales & Service (12.1 miles away, based in Highland, 4.6 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Breese
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
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 Breese is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Breese.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. 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)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in Breese, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Breese, IL
Most ice machine calls in Breese come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Breese
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Breese, IL
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Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
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More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Breese, IL
Ice Machine Repair Near Breese
Before you call a Breese technician, check that the water supply valve is open, the machine has power, and the drain is not backed up. Note when it last made ice and whether it has been cleaned or descaled recently.