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 Waukegan, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Waukegan, IL
40 repair companies serve Waukegan from within 30 miles. 6 of them are based in Waukegan itself, and the rest are spread across Highland Park (5), Vernon Hills (4), and North Chicago (2). Of those, 1 mentions ice machine or refrigeration work by name. The closest is Land of Lincoln Appliance Services, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waukegan. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.6, 1.2 |
Closest matches for Waukegan: CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (21.1 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IyJ Appliance Repairs (4.2 miles away, based in Beach Park, 4.3 stars from 39 reviews); A Absolute Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Blinking light or error code
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
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 Waukegan is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Waukegan.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 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?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Waukegan, IL
Most ice machine calls in Waukegan 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Waukegan
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Waukegan, IL
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
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Ice Machine Repair Near Waukegan
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 Waukegan technician a trip for parts.