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 Prairie du Chien and the Crawford County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near Prairie du Chien
Within 60 miles of Prairie du Chien there are 18 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Dubuque (5), La Crosse (4), and Richland Center (2). Scotty's Appliance & Repair is the nearest, roughly 38.2 miles from Prairie du Chien. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Prairie du Chien is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Prairie du Chien. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 38.2, 38.7, 40.7 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
At the top of the Prairie du Chien list: Scotty's Appliance & Repair (38.2 miles away, based in Dyersville, 4.9 stars from 163 reviews); Appliance Plus (46.8 miles away, based in Oelwein, 4.9 stars from 271 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.7 miles away, based in Viroqua, 4.3 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair of La Crescent (49.5 miles away, based in La Crescent, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Signs Your Ice Machine Needs a Technician
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
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 Prairie du Chien. Ice maker repair in Prairie du Chien.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
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:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
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.
What Prairie du Chien Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Prairie du Chien 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 Prairie du Chien
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Prairie du Chien, WI
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
Why is my ice cloudy?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Prairie du Chien, WI
Ice Machine Repair Near Prairie du Chien
Before you call a Prairie du Chien 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.