Ice makers are the most repaired part of a modern refrigerator, and the fault is often not the ice maker itself but the water or cold that feeds it. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Estherville and the Emmet County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Estherville, IA
Within 60 miles of Estherville there are 9 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Estherville itself, and the rest are spread across Algona (2), Spirit Lake (1), and Spencer (1). Nearest on the list: Steve's Zenith Sales & Services, around 0.2 miles out. Of those, 2 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Across 8 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Estherville is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Estherville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 11.7, 23.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
The leading options for Estherville are Sears Appliance Repair (37.2 miles away, based in Algona, 4.4 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.9 miles away, based in Fairmont, 4.7 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Galbraith Appliance Repair. (23.7 miles away, based in Spencer, 4.7 stars from 16 reviews); Steve's Zenith Sales & Services (0.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Estherville
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice tastes or smells off
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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 Estherville.
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or ge ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
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)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Estherville
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Estherville, IA
Most ice maker calls in Estherville 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 Estherville
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Estherville, IA
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Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Estherville
Ice Maker Repair Near Estherville
A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Estherville faster and cheaper.