When an ice machine in Wind Lake slows down or stops, the cause is usually water supply, scale, a drain or pump problem, a dirty condenser or a control fault. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Wind Lake and the Racine County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Wind Lake
40 repair companies serve Wind Lake from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Milwaukee (14), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). Distances run up to about 21 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 34 businesses. The closest is Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee, about 4.8 miles away.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.8, 9.4, 11.7 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
First up for Wind Lake: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (4.8 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Greendale, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (16.1 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.7 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Goes Wrong With Ice Machines
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- White scale on the visible water parts
- Blinking light or error code
- 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 Wind Lake is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Wind Lake.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
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)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Ice Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing an ice machine in Wind Lake, compare the repair with a new unit. Published ranges from cost guides:
- 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?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $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?
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.
Local Notes for Wind Lake
Most ice machine calls in Wind Lake 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 Wind Lake
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- 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: Wind Lake, WI
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
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Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
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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 Wind Lake technician a trip for parts.