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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Mandan and the Morton County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Mandan
Within 60 miles of Mandan there are 10 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Mandan, and the rest are spread across Bismarck (8). Distances run up to about 7 miles. The 10 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Ron's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Mandan. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Mandan is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 4.8, 4.8 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 10 |
Closest matches for Mandan: Ron's Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 33 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Bismarck, 4.6 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BisMan Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in Bismarck, 4.9 stars from 33 reviews); John's Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Bismarck, 4.5 stars from 20 reviews).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice tastes or smells off
What an Ice Machine Technician Checks
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 Mandan is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Mandan.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
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)
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)
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:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Mandan, ND
Most ice machine calls in Mandan come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
In North Dakota, you can check a license with the North Dakota Secretary of State FirstStop contractor search or report a problem to the North Dakota Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Mandan Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Mandan, ND
Why is my ice cloudy?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
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Before you call a Mandan 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.