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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Faribault and the Rice County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Faribault
40 repair companies serve Faribault from within 60 miles. 2 list an address in Faribault, and other nearby bases include Burnsville (4), Bloomington (4), and Savage (3). The farthest listed company is about 40 miles out. Cannon TV & Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Faribault. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 31 businesses. Faribault is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.2, 14.2 |
First up for Faribault: Cannon TV & Appliance Services (0.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 22 reviews); SERVICE MATTERS Heating & Air & Appliance Repair LLC (30.5 miles away, based in Apple Valley, 4.9 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Pro (31.0 miles away, based in Savage, 5.0 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Homecare Appliance Service (14.2 miles away, based in Waseca, 5.0 stars from 27 reviews).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
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 Faribault is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Faribault.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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)
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)
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:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- 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.
What Faribault Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Faribault 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 Faribault
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Faribault, MN
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Other Refrigeration Repair in Faribault
Ice Machine Repair Near Faribault
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 Faribault technician a trip for parts.