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 Detroit Lakes, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Detroit Lakes, MN
Our data shows 9 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Detroit Lakes. Other nearby bases include Fargo (5), Pelican Rapids (1), and Moorhead (1). The farthest listed company is about 52 miles out. The closest is Glen Smith Appliance Repair., about 11.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 9 businesses. Detroit Lakes 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.
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 11.8, 44.3, 44.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 1 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 1 |
Closest matches for Detroit Lakes: Glen Smith Appliance Repair. (11.8 miles away, based in Pelican Rapids, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Pros (46.1 miles away, based in Fargo, 4.8 stars from 127 reviews); Pete’s Appliance Repair LLC (46.7 miles away, based in Fargo, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews); The Appliance Guy FM (44.3 miles away, based in Moorhead, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
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 Detroit Lakes. Ice maker repair in Detroit Lakes.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. 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)
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:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 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?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit 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.
Local Notes for Detroit Lakes
Most ice machine calls in Detroit Lakes 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.
Questions to Ask a Detroit Lakes Repair Technician
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Detroit Lakes, MN
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
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Ice Machine Repair Near Detroit Lakes
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 Detroit Lakes technician a trip for parts.