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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Fox Lake and the Lake County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Fox Lake
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fox Lake. 1 list an address in Fox Lake, and the rest are spread across Waukegan (4), McHenry (3), and Crystal Lake (3). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. The closest is Best Fox Lake Appliance Repair, about 4.2 miles away. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fox Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.2, 5.0, 5.4 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
At the top of the Fox Lake list: CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (27.2 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IyJ Appliance Repairs (18.3 miles away, based in Beach Park, 4.3 stars from 39 reviews); Command Service Center, INC (6.0 miles away, based in Antioch, 5.0 stars from 818 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (17.2 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Fox Lake
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Fox Lake
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 Fox Lake is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Fox Lake.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
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:
- 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 maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Fox Lake
Most ice machine calls in Fox Lake 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.
Before You Book in Fox Lake
- 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: Fox Lake, IL
Why is my ice cloudy?
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
Do you cover Fox Lake and nearby towns?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not 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 Fox Lake technician a trip for parts.