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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Hobart and the Lake County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Hobart
40 repair companies serve Hobart from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Chicago (4), Gary (3), and Valparaiso (3). Distances run up to about 23 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 31 businesses. Nearest on the list: A-Appliance Xperts Inc, around 3.8 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hobart. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.8, 4.8, 6.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
Closest matches for Hobart: Appliance Pro (10.2 miles away, based in Schererville, 4.9 stars from 1,329 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Valparaiso, 4.4 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); D1 Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Crown Point, 4.5 stars from 1,454 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (22.7 miles away, based in Michigan City, 4.6 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Hobart
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Blinking light or error code
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
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 Hobart. Ice maker repair in Hobart.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Before replacing an ice machine in Hobart, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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 waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator 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.
What Hobart Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Hobart come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
In Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Hobart Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Hobart, IN
How much does ice machine repair cost in Hobart?
Why is my ice cloudy?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
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A note on whether the machine is making no ice, slow ice or cloudy ice, plus the model number, makes any ice machine repair in Hobart faster.