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 Ankeny, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Ankeny
Within 30 miles of Ankeny there are 27 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Ankeny itself, and the rest are spread across Des Moines (11), Urbandale (5), and West Des Moines (2). 6 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Ware Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Ankeny. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ankeny. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 2.2, 6.0 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 27 |
At the top of the Ankeny list: Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Des Moines, 4.4 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Central Appliances West (13.9 miles away, based in West Des Moines, 4.0 stars from 168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Urbandale, 4.0 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.7 miles away, based in Waukee, 4.2 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Ankeny
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or lg ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
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
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Ankeny, IA
Most ice maker calls in Ankeny 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Ankeny Repair Technician
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Ankeny, IA
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Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
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Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Ankeny
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section and note whether the ice maker is in the door or the freezer. It saves a Ankeny technician a trip for parts.