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 Shawano and the Shawano County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Shawano
40 repair companies serve Shawano from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Green Bay (11), Appleton (7), and Oshkosh (4). Nearest on the list: Bay Tech Appliance Repair, around 28.6 miles out. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Shawano is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 28.6, 30.8, 30.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 43 |
Closest matches for Shawano: Mr. Appliance of Appleton (36.1 miles away, based in Kaukauna, 4.9 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Green Bay (33.9 miles away, based in De Pere, 4.8 stars from 428 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay Tech Appliance Repair (28.6 miles away, based in Little Suamico, 4.9 stars from 29 reviews); Classic Maytag/Appliance Service Professionals (30.9 miles away, based in Green Bay, 4.7 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
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 Shawano is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Shawano.
Related guides: ice maker not working or not making ice or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
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 line and fill tube replacement: $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?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - 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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Shawano, WI
Most ice machine calls in Shawano 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 Shawano
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Shawano, WI
Why is my ice cloudy?
Which areas near Shawano do these technicians cover?
Why is my undercounter ice maker not making ice?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Shawano
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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 Shawano technician a trip for parts.