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. Below are the companies within reach of Fox Point, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Machine Technicians Serving Fox Point, WI
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fox Point. Other nearby bases include Milwaukee (19), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). Distances run up to about 16 miles. Appliance Rescue Services is the nearest, roughly 3.0 miles from Fox Point. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 36 businesses.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 4.3, 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for Fox Point: Sixth Sense Service, LLC (11.2 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (13.7 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.2 miles away, based in Greendale, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Mequon, 4.1 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Blinking light or error code
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Fox Point
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 Fox Point is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Fox Point.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. 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
What Ice Machine Repairs Cost
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Portable (countertop) ice maker repair: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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 Fox Point
Most ice machine calls in Fox Point 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Fox Point
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Fox Point, WI
Are you affiliated with any ice machine brand?
Why is my ice cloudy?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
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Before you call a Fox Point 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.