When an ice machine in Fort Scott slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. Below are the companies within reach of Fort Scott, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Fort Scott
Within 60 miles of Fort Scott there are 18 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Fort Scott, and the rest are spread across Joplin (7), Pittsburg (2), and Chanute (2). The farthest listed company is about 56 miles out. Nearest on the list: Dan's Appliance Services., around 2.6 miles out. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Fort Scott is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Companies within 60 miles | 18 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.6, 19.0, 27.4 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
At the top of the Fort Scott list: Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Pittsburg, 4.5 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dan's Appliance Services. (2.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 8 reviews); Thorpe's Appliances (19.0 miles away, based in Nevada, 4.5 stars from 68 reviews); Bowers Service Co (51.0 miles away, based in Carthage, 4.8 stars from 156 reviews).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
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 Fort Scott is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Fort Scott.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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)
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:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 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?
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 Fort Scott
Most ice machine calls in Fort Scott 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).
Hiring a Repair Company in Fort Scott
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Fort Scott, KS
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Which areas near Fort Scott do these technicians cover?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Why is my ice cloudy?
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Before you call a Fort Scott 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.