An ice maker needs three things: water at enough pressure, a freezer cold enough to freeze it and a working mechanism to harvest the cubes. Most repairs fix one of those three. Below are the companies within reach of Johnstown, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Johnstown, CO
40 repair companies serve Johnstown from within 30 miles. 3 of them are based in Johnstown itself, and other nearby bases include Fort Collins (15), Loveland (8), and Longmont (7). 6 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Nearest on the list: Home Town Appliance Repair, around 2.0 miles out. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Johnstown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 3.6, 4.5 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
The leading options for Johnstown are Mr. Appliance of Northern Colorado (6.3 miles away, based in Loveland, 4.8 stars from 1,832 reviews); Manweiler Appliance (9.3 miles away, based in Windsor, 4.9 stars from 649 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Elevation Appliance and Fireplace (18.3 miles away, based in Frederick, 5.0 stars from 167 reviews); Columbine Appliance & Fireplaces (22.8 miles away, based in Erie, 4.8 stars from 2,693 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Johnstown
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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Water Lines and Leaks
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)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor 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?
- 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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 Johnstown
Most ice maker calls in Johnstown come down to the same handful of causes: water supply and pressure, a frozen fill tube, the water inlet valve, freezer temperature and the ice maker assembly itself.
Colorado's Division of Professions and Occupations has no appliance repair license; its trade licenses cover plumbing and electrical work. Source: Occupational Professions (Colorado DORA Division of Professions and Occupations)
In Colorado, you can check a license with the Colorado DORA License Lookup or report a problem to the Colorado Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Johnstown
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Johnstown, CO
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Johnstown
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Before you call a Johnstown technician, make sure the ice maker is switched on, the bin is seated and the freezer is at 0 degrees or colder. Then check whether the water dispenser still works, which tells you water is reaching the refrigerator.