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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice machines and refrigeration at the top.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Lake Mills
Within 30 miles of Lake Mills there are 37 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Madison (15), Janesville (4), and Sun Prairie (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 36 businesses. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 10.9 miles out.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.9, 10.9, 15.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 37 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
At the top of the Lake Mills list: Silica For Your Home (10.9 miles away, based in Watertown, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KB Appliance Repair LLC (15.3 miles away, based in Cottage Grove, 4.9 stars from 92 reviews); Stoughton Appliance Repair (20.8 miles away, based in Stoughton, 5.0 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AM Appliance Repair, LLC (27.3 miles away, based in Fitchburg, 5.0 stars from 109 reviews).
Common Ice Machine Repairs in Lake Mills
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Ice tastes or smells off
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 Lake Mills is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Lake Mills.
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)
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:
- Built-in ice maker repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Lake Mills
Most ice machine calls in Lake Mills 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Lake Mills
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Lake Mills, WI
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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 Lake Mills faster.