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. The Elm Grove list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Elm Grove, WI
Within 30 miles of Elm Grove there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Milwaukee (19), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Sixth Sense Service, LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Elm Grove.
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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.6, 1.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
First up for Elm Grove: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (11.2 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (1.3 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Greendale, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
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 Elm Grove. Ice maker repair in Elm Grove.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Before replacing an ice machine in Elm Grove, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- Ice machine cleaning service: $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?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for Elm Grove
Most ice machine calls in Elm Grove 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.
Before You Book in Elm Grove
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Elm Grove, WI
Why does my ice machine make cloudy ice?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
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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 Elm Grove technician a trip for parts.