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Ice Machine Repair in Moorhead, MN

Independent technicians near Moorhead who repair standalone and undercounter ice machines, with ratings and distances.

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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.

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Appliance Pros
3120 25th St S, Fargo, ND 58103
4.1 mi from Moorhead
★★★★★ 4.8 (127 reviews)
Appliance Repair
Pete’s Appliance Repair LLC
1531 32nd Ave S #102, Fargo, ND 58103
4.0 mi from Moorhead
★★★★★ 4.9 (237 reviews)
Appliance Repair
The Appliance Guy FM
4303 S Rivershore Dr, Moorhead, MN 56560
3.1 mi from Moorhead
★★★★★ 5.0 (38 reviews)
Saturday hours
Appliance Repair
Dacotah Tech Appliance
1621 5th St N, Fargo, ND 58102
2.9 mi from Moorhead
★★★★½ 4.7 (29 reviews)
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Fargo Appliance Repair Technologies
24 8th St N, Fargo, ND 58102
2.3 mi from Moorhead
★★★★★ 5.0 (1 review)
Saturday hours
Refrigerator & Freezer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
822 Dakota Ave, Wahpeton, ND 58075
42.1 mi from Moorhead
★★★★ 4.2 (19 reviews)
Mentions Whirlpool, Samsung, KitchenAidMentions refrigeratorsSaturday hours
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Reliable Appliance Repair
1809 43rd St N, Fargo, ND 58102
5.7 mi from Moorhead
★ 1.0 (2 reviews)
Appliance Repair
Glen Smith Appliance Repair.
11008 Co Hwy 5, Pelican Rapids, MN 56572
33.3 mi from Moorhead
★★★★★ 5.0 (2 reviews)
Saturday hours

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.

By the numbers: technicians near Moorhead
Listing Saturday hours4
With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews4
Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers1
Companies within 60 miles8
Refrigerator repair in their categories1
Mention a major refrigerator brand1
Three nearest companies, miles away2.3, 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).

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Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop

Controls and sensorsBin sensors, thermistors and the control board decide when to make ice and when the bin is full. A sensor fault can make a machine stop with an empty bin.
Condenser and airflowBuilt-in machines draw air through the front grille. A dirty condenser or a blocked grille makes the machine run warm and slow.
Harvest cycleThe machine has to release the ice from the plate or grid on cue. A harvest fault leaves ice stuck or a sheet of ice that never drops.

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

Drain and pumpThe drain line is checked for clogs and slope, and on pump models the pump is tested. Drain problems cause most undercounter leaks.
Harvest and sensorsThe harvest cycle, the bin thermostat or sensor and the water level sensor are checked so the machine makes ice and stops when the bin is full.
Condenser and grilleThe condenser behind the front grille is cleaned, since built-in machines rely on front airflow to shed heat.

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:

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?
No. We are an independent directory and are not affiliated with any appliance manufacturer. Our helpline connects you with a participating independent technician. If your machine is still under manufacturer coverage, contact the brand first.
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Some technicians work on countertop nugget ice makers; many do not, because the units are inexpensive compared with a service call. Ask when you call, and compare the quote with the price of a new unit.
Why is my ice cloudy?
Clear-ice machines depend on clean water flowing evenly over the freezing surface. Scale, a dirty water system or low water flow can make ice cloudy or soft, so cleaning is usually the first step.

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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.

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