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 Lakemoor, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Lakemoor
Within 30 miles of Lakemoor there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Lake in the Hills (6), McHenry (3), and Crystal Lake (3). Distances run up to about 15 miles. Nearest on the list: Best Fox Lake Appliance Repair, around 2.4 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lakemoor. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.4, 3.2, 3.3 |
At the top of the Lakemoor list: CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (22.6 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IyJ Appliance Repairs (20.1 miles away, based in Beach Park, 4.3 stars from 39 reviews); JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Marshall Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,008 reviews).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Ice tastes or smells off
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Blinking light or error code
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Lakemoor
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 Lakemoor is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Lakemoor.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Lakemoor, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- 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 motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does 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.
Local Notes for Lakemoor
Most ice machine calls in Lakemoor 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 Lakemoor Repair Technician
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Lakemoor, IL
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Before you call a Lakemoor technician, check that the water supply valve is open, the machine has power, and the drain is not backed up. Note when it last made ice and whether it has been cleaned or descaled recently.