When an ice machine in Island Lake slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. Below are the companies within reach of Island Lake, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Island Lake
40 repair companies serve Island Lake from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Lake in the Hills (6), Crystal Lake (3), and McHenry (3). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Nearest on the list: Superior Appliance Repair Wauconda, around 2.8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 35 businesses.
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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 4.8, 5.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
Closest matches for Island Lake: CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (19.2 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IyJ Appliance Repairs (21.5 miles away, based in Beach Park, 4.3 stars from 39 reviews); JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Marshall Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,008 reviews).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Island Lake
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Ice tastes or smells off
- White scale on the visible water parts
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Island 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 Island Lake is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Island Lake.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
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:
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 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?
- 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?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Island Lake, IL
Most ice machine calls in Island 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Island Lake
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Island Lake, IL
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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 Island Lake technician a trip for parts.