When an ice maker in Muscatine stops producing, the first question is whether water is reaching it, whether the freezer is cold enough and whether the ice maker is switched on. 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.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Muscatine
Our data shows 35 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Muscatine. 3 list an address in Muscatine, and other nearby bases include Davenport (20), Iowa City (3), and Letts (1). Of those, 2 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Nearest on the list: Landmark Appliance Repair Experts, around 1.2 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Muscatine. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 35 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 2.2, 2.3 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
At the top of the Muscatine list: Sears Appliance Repair (28.1 miles away, based in Iowa City, 4.6 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Davenport, 3.8 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TMI - Total Maintenance, Inc. Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing (29.3 miles away, based in Bettendorf, 4.9 stars from 3,304 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Washer & Dryer Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.3 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Muscatine
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What Gets Fixed on a Muscatine Ice Maker Call
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Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
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)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
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?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Muscatine
Most ice maker calls in Muscatine 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 Muscatine
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Muscatine, IA
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Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Muscatine
Ice Maker Repair Near Muscatine
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 Muscatine technician a trip for parts.