A standalone ice machine is a small refrigeration system of its own, with its own water valve, freezing plate or grid, harvest cycle and drain. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Merriam and the Johnson County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Merriam
Within 30 miles of Merriam there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Kansas City (17), Overland Park (9), and Independence (5). Mr. Fix It & Appliance Sales is the nearest, roughly 2.3 miles from Merriam. Of those, 1 mentions ice machine or refrigeration work by name. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Merriam. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.3, 3.3, 3.8 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 55 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
Closest matches for Merriam: A.B. May Heating, A/C, Plumbing & Electrical (10.3 miles away, based in Kansas City, 4.8 stars from 19,657 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Star Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Raytown, 3.2 stars from 126 reviews); Tager Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Olathe, 4.9 stars from 249 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Shark (4.7 miles away, based in Prairie Village, 4.9 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Merriam
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Blinking light or error code
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Ice tastes or smells off
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Merriam
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 Merriam is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Merriam.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
- 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?
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 Merriam Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Merriam 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).
Questions to Ask a Merriam Repair Technician
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- 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)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Merriam, KS
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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 Merriam technician a trip for parts.