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 Baldwin and the St. Croix County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Baldwin
We found 14 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Baldwin. Other nearby bases include Hastings (2), Cottage Grove (2), and River Falls (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 13.5 miles away. Across 8 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 13.5, 16.1, 19.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
At the top of the Baldwin list: Sears Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in River Falls, 4.5 stars from 183 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Shortie's Appliances (29.6 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.7 stars from 178 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dewey's Major Appliance Services (26.2 miles away, based in Hager City, 4.7 stars from 43 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bathrick's Appliances Inc (27.6 miles away, based in Hastings, 4.9 stars from 79 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Baldwin
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Baldwin. Ice maker repair in Baldwin.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
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)
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)
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:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Baldwin
Most ice machine calls in Baldwin come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Baldwin Repair Technician
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Baldwin, WI
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
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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 Baldwin technician a trip for parts.