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 Buffalo, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Buffalo
40 repair companies serve Buffalo from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Plymouth (4), Wayzata (3), and Hopkins (3). The closest is Home Appliance Service, about 7.8 miles away. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Buffalo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 50 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.8, 10.0, 10.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
The leading options for Buffalo are Omega Force Appliance Repair (15.0 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Appliance Service (7.8 miles away, based in Maple Lake, 5.0 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Rogers (15.7 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.7 stars from 234 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reed's Refrigeration and Appliance Repair (23.1 miles away, based in Kimball, 5.0 stars from 29 reviews).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Buffalo
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- White scale on the visible water parts
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Buffalo
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Buffalo. Ice maker repair in Buffalo.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Water, Drains and Power
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
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 filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Buffalo, MN
Most ice machine calls in Buffalo come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Buffalo
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- 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?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Buffalo, MN
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Related Repair Pages for Buffalo
Ice Machine Repair in Nearby Cities
Before you call a Buffalo 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.