Door-mounted ice makers on French door refrigerators work differently from the classic ice maker in the freezer, and they freeze up for different reasons. The Clarinda list below starts with companies that show ice maker or refrigerator work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Clarinda
Within 60 miles of Clarinda there are 14 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Council Bluffs (4), Bellevue (3), and Red Oak (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Southwest Iowa Appliance, LLC is the nearest, roughly 21.3 miles from Clarinda. 4 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The 13 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Clarinda is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 21.3, 22.6, 45.6 |
Closest matches for Clarinda: Sears Appliance Repair (22.6 miles away, based in Red Oak, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (54.9 miles away, based in Council Bluffs, 4.5 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Johns Appliance Sales & Services - listing only, no online services offered!! Call gor assistance (48.2 miles away, based in Plattsmouth, 3.8 stars from 56 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (55.9 miles away, based in Bellevue, 4.0 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
If the freezer itself is running warm, fix that first; an ice maker will not harvest until its mold is cold enough. See freezer repair for Clarinda. Freezer repair in Clarinda.
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or ge ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
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 Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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?
- 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 a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it 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 Clarinda, IA
Most ice maker calls in Clarinda 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Clarinda
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Clarinda, IA
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
What does an ice maker repair usually cost?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
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A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Clarinda faster and cheaper.