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 Kaukauna and the Outagamie County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Kaukauna
Within 30 miles of Kaukauna there are 29 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Kaukauna itself, and the rest are spread across Green Bay (11), Appleton (7), and Oshkosh (4). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 27 businesses. Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Appleton, around 3.5 miles out.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kaukauna. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.5, 5.4, 6.4 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 29 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
First up for Kaukauna: Mr. Appliance of Appleton (3.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Green Bay (15.1 miles away, based in De Pere, 4.8 stars from 428 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Oshkosh (24.4 miles away, based in Oshkosh, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in Appleton, 4.2 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Blinking light or error code
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
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 Kaukauna is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Kaukauna.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Ice Machine Safety Notes
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
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:
- Freestanding ice maker repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 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?
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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 Kaukauna
Most ice machine calls in Kaukauna 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 Kaukauna Repair Technician
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Kaukauna, WI
Does my ice maker need descaling?
Do you cover Kaukauna and nearby towns?
What does an undercounter ice maker repair cost?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Kaukauna, WI
Ice Machine Repair Near Kaukauna
A note on whether the machine is making no ice, slow ice or cloudy ice, plus the model number, makes any ice machine repair in Kaukauna faster.