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. Below are the companies within reach of Dubuque, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Dubuque
Within 60 miles of Dubuque there are 34 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in Dubuque, and the rest are spread across Freeport (6), Marion (4), and Cedar Rapids (4). Distances run up to about 59 miles. The closest is Gateway Appliance Sales & Service, about 0.8 miles away. 6 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 34 businesses. Dubuque 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.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 34 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.2, 1.4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
First up for Dubuque: Ellis Appliance INC (2.1 miles away, 3.1 stars from 15 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (57.4 miles away, based in Cedar Rapids, 4.7 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (59.1 miles away, based in Richland Center, 4.5 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Parker Appliance Repair Professionals (44.1 miles away, based in Martelle, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Dubuque
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
An ice maker is only as good as the freezer around it. When food is soft too, the repair is a freezer repair. Freezer repair in Dubuque.
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or samsung ice maker not working.
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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
- 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.
What Dubuque Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Dubuque 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.
Before You Book in Dubuque
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Dubuque, IA
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Ice Maker Repair Near Dubuque
Before you call a Dubuque 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.