A standalone ice machine is a small refrigeration system of its own, with its own water valve, freezing plate or grid, harvest cycle and drain. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Plattsmouth and the Cass County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Plattsmouth
23 repair companies serve Plattsmouth from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Plattsmouth itself, and other nearby bases include Omaha (12), Council Bluffs (4), and Bellevue (3). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. The closest is Johns Appliance Sales & Services - listing only, no online services offered!! Call gor assistance, about 0.7 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Plattsmouth. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 23 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 9.6, 11.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
At the top of the Plattsmouth list: ServiceOne Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, and Electrical (16.7 miles away, based in Omaha, 4.8 stars from 5,472 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Able Appliance Repair (15.5 miles away, based in Council Bluffs, 4.9 stars from 153 reviews); Mr. Appliance of West Omaha (25.5 miles away, based in Elkhorn, 4.8 stars from 309 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ASAP Home Pros (16.6 miles away, based in Omaha, 4.6 stars from 348 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Ice tastes or smells off
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 Plattsmouth is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Plattsmouth.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost 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)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
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:
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 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?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Plattsmouth, NE
Most ice machine calls in Plattsmouth 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.
Before You Book in Plattsmouth
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Plattsmouth, NE
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What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
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Before you call a Plattsmouth 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.