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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice makers and refrigerators at the top.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Humboldt, IA
Our data shows 9 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Humboldt. The rest are spread across Algona (2), Webster City (1), and Storm Lake (1). Nearest on the list: Algona Appliance, around 23.8 miles out. Of those, 4 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 9 businesses. Humboldt is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 23.8, 24.8, 27.9 |
The leading options for Humboldt are Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Algona, 4.4 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.9 miles away, based in Webster City, 4.6 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (56.2 miles away, based in Carroll, 4.8 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ken's Appliance & Services LLC (57.7 miles away, based in Ames, 4.0 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Humboldt
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice clumping in the bucket
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
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)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Humboldt
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Humboldt
Most ice maker calls in Humboldt 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 Humboldt
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Humboldt, IA
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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 Humboldt faster and cheaper.