A standalone ice machine is a small refrigeration system of its own, with its own water valve, freezing plate or grid, harvest cycle and drain. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Long Grove and the Lake County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Long Grove
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Long Grove. Other nearby bases include Buffalo Grove (8), Wheeling (8), and Arlington Heights (6). Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. The closest is Advanced Appliance Repair Services, about 2.2 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Long Grove. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 18 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.2, 2.4 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 29 |
First up for Long Grove: CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (9.2 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicagoland Appliance Repair (29.3 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.7 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IyJ Appliance Repairs (18.0 miles away, based in Beach Park, 4.3 stars from 39 reviews); JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Long Grove
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Ice tastes or smells off
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
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 Long Grove is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Long Grove.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
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)
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
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Long Grove, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Long Grove
Most ice machine calls in Long Grove 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 Long Grove Repair Technician
- 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)?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Long Grove, IL
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
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Before you call a Long Grove 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.