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 Huntley and the McHenry County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Huntley
40 repair companies serve Huntley from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Huntley itself, and other nearby bases include Elgin (11), Lake in the Hills (6), and Carpentersville (3). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. Nearest on the list: Reliable Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.7 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.0, 2.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
First up for Huntley: CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (25.4 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicagoland Appliance Repair (27.8 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.7 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Marshall Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,008 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Huntley
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Blinking light or error code
- White scale on the visible water parts
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 Huntley. Ice maker repair in Huntley.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? 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)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
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:
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 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?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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 Huntley
Most ice machine calls in Huntley 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Huntley
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Huntley, IL
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which areas near Huntley do these technicians cover?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Related Repair Pages for Huntley
Ice Machine Repair Near Huntley
A note on whether the machine is making no ice, slow ice or cloudy ice, plus the model number, makes any ice machine repair in Huntley faster.