Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice machines and refrigeration at the top.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Moorhead
Within 60 miles of Moorhead there are 8 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Moorhead itself, and other nearby bases include Fargo (5), Pelican Rapids (1), and Wahpeton (1). The farthest listed company is about 42 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 8 businesses. Nearest on the list: Fargo Appliance Repair Technologies, around 2.3 miles out. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Moorhead is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Moorhead. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 8 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 1 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.3, 2.9, 3.1 |
At the top of the Moorhead list: Appliance Pros (4.1 miles away, based in Fargo, 4.8 stars from 127 reviews); Pete’s Appliance Repair LLC (4.0 miles away, based in Fargo, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews); The Appliance Guy FM (3.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dacotah Tech Appliance (2.9 miles away, based in Fargo, 4.7 stars from 29 reviews).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Blinking light or error code
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Ice tastes or smells off
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Moorhead
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 Moorhead is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Moorhead.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
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)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Moorhead, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - 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.
Local Notes for Moorhead
Most ice machine calls in Moorhead 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Moorhead
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Moorhead, MN
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Why is my ice cloudy?
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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 Moorhead technician a trip for parts.