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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Charleston and the Coles County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Charleston, IL
We found 25 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Charleston. Other nearby bases include Champaign (5), Decatur (5), and Olney (3). 1 lists ice machine or refrigeration work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 10.5 miles out. The 20 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Charleston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 25 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.5, 31.8, 38.6 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
First up for Charleston: Eichenauer Services Inc (48.0 miles away, based in Decatur, 4.6 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in Mattoon, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Champaign (44.3 miles away, based in Champaign, 4.6 stars from 766 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Washer Supplies Inc (41.3 miles away, based in Terre Haute, 4.3 stars from 324 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Ice tastes or smells off
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 Charleston is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Charleston.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
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)
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:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour 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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Charleston, IL
Most ice machine calls in Charleston 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 Charleston
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Charleston, IL
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Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
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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 Charleston technician a trip for parts.