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. The Black River Falls list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Black River Falls
Our data shows 24 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Black River Falls. The rest are spread across Eau Claire (6), La Crosse (4), and Wisconsin Rapids (2). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. Nearest on the list: Karl's TV, Appliance & Service La Crosse, around 34.3 miles out. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Black River Falls is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Black River Falls. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 34.3, 37.1, 39.0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 24 |
At the top of the Black River Falls list: Appliance Repair of La Crescent (43.6 miles away, based in La Crescent, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (44.3 miles away, based in Eau Claire, 4.5 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mitten's Home Appliance (41.6 miles away, based in Marshfield, 4.3 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (39.3 miles away, based in La Crosse, 4.2 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- White scale on the visible water parts
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 Black River Falls. Ice maker repair in Black River Falls.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in Black River Falls, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice machine cleaning service: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Black River Falls
Most ice machine calls in Black River Falls 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 Black River Falls Repair Technician
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Black River Falls, WI
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Why is my ice cloudy?
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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 Black River Falls technician a trip for parts.