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 Chadron and the Dawes County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Chadron, NE
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 89 miles of Chadron. Other nearby bases include Rapid City (4), Hot Springs (1), and Scottsbluff (1). The farthest listed company is about 88 miles out. The closest is Bennett's Appliance Services, about 48.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 5 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Chadron is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chadron. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 48.3, 74.5, 85.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 1 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (89 mi) | 6 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
The leading options for Chadron are Appliance Repair Services (85.2 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.9 stars from 279 reviews); Thompson Appliance Repair Inc (74.5 miles away, based in Scottsbluff, 4.5 stars from 29 reviews); Bennett's Appliance Services (48.3 miles away, based in Hot Springs, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews); K&D Appliance Service (88.2 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.8 stars from 1,304 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice tastes or smells off
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
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 Chadron. Ice maker repair in Chadron.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Built-in ice maker 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Chadron Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Chadron come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Nebraska does not license appliance repair technicians at the state level; contractors working on other people's property register with the Department of Labor, and trade licenses such as plumbing are handled by cities and villages. Source: Nebraska Department of Labor: Who Needs to Register
In Nebraska, you can check a license with the Nebraska Department of Labor contractor registration (Search Registered Contractors and Subcontractors) or report a problem to the Nebraska Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Chadron 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 is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Chadron, NE
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
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Before you call a Chadron 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.