When an ice machine in Derby slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Derby and the Sedgwick County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Derby
Within 30 miles of Derby there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Wichita (29), Haysville (1), and Andover (1). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 22 businesses. City Wide Appliance Repair Masters is the nearest, roughly 5.3 miles from Derby.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 41 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.3, 5.5, 6.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 6 |
Closest matches for Derby: Mr. Appliance of Wichita (16.1 miles away, based in Park City, 4.9 stars from 1,234 reviews); Appliance Nerd (10.4 miles away, based in Wichita, 4.9 stars from 56 reviews); Able and Ready Appliance Repair (14.5 miles away, based in Wichita, 4.8 stars from 114 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.7 miles away, based in Wellington, 4.6 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Derby
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Blinking light or error code
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Derby. Ice maker repair in Derby.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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
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:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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?
- 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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Derby, KS
Most ice machine calls in Derby come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
In Kansas, you can report a problem to the Kansas Attorney General Public Protection Division (Consumer Protection).
Before You Book in Derby
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Derby, KS
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Derby
Ice Machine Repair Near Derby
Before you call a Derby 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.