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 University Park, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving University Park, IL
40 repair companies serve University Park from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Tinley Park (5), Chicago Heights (3), and Mokena (3). Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 25 businesses. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 4.2 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from University Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.2, 4.3, 4.5 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
At the top of the University Park list: Appliance Pro (13.3 miles away, based in Schererville, 4.9 stars from 1,329 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jager Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Mokena, 4.9 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Service Inc. (4.5 miles away, based in Steger, 4.7 stars from 234 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for University Park. Ice maker repair in University Park.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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)
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:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 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?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around University Park
Most ice machine calls in University Park 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 University Park
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: University Park, IL
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
How much does ice machine repair cost in University Park?
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Before you call a University Park 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.