Undercounter and built-in ice makers in kitchens, bars and outdoor kitchens fail for different reasons than a refrigerator ice maker: scale, drain problems and harvest faults lead the list. The West Allis list below starts with companies that show ice machine or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Ice Machines Near West Allis
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of West Allis. 2 of them are based in West Allis itself, and the rest are spread across Milwaukee (19), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). The 35 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Elitech LLC is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from West Allis.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from West Allis. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.0, 1.7 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
At the top of the West Allis list: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (9.9 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (3.1 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Greendale, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
Ice Machine Problems Worth a Call
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in West Allis
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 West Allis is the better fit. Ice maker repair in West Allis.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water, Drains and Power
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. 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
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
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?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 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?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around West Allis
Most ice machine calls in West Allis 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 West Allis
- Can you check the drain and drain pump as well as the ice-making side?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: West Allis, WI
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Do you cover West Allis and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Other Refrigeration Repair in West Allis
Ice Machine Repair in Nearby Cities
Before you call a West Allis 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.