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. Below are the companies within reach of Elk Grove Village, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Elk Grove Village
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Elk Grove Village. 4 list an address in Elk Grove Village, and the rest are spread across Schaumburg (8), Des Plaines (7), and Arlington Heights (5). The closest is E G V Appliances, about 1.3 miles away. 1 of them mentions ice machine or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.7, 1.8 |
At the top of the Elk Grove Village list: CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (4.9 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicagoland Appliance Repair (18.0 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.7 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aslan Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Roselle, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IyJ Appliance Repairs (29.9 miles away, based in Beach Park, 4.3 stars from 39 reviews).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Elk Grove Village
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
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 Elk Grove Village is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Elk Grove Village.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
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)
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:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Elk Grove Village
Most ice machine calls in Elk Grove Village 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.
Questions to Ask a Elk Grove Village Repair Technician
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Elk Grove Village, IL
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Elk Grove Village, IL
Ice Machine Repair Near Elk Grove Village
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 Elk Grove Village technician a trip for parts.