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. Below are the companies within reach of Ottumwa, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Ottumwa
Within 60 miles of Ottumwa there are 9 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Ottumwa itself, and other nearby bases include Newton (2), Oskaloosa (1), and Washington (1). Nearest on the list: Jim's Appliance Services, around 2.5 miles out. Of those, 2 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 8 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Ottumwa is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 23.2, 41.7 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
Closest matches for Ottumwa: Sears Appliance Repair (23.2 miles away, based in Oskaloosa, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lyons Appliance And Repair (41.7 miles away, based in Washington, 4.0 stars from 15 reviews); Jim's Appliance Services (2.5 miles away, 4.1 stars from 23 reviews); Budget Repair (57.4 miles away, based in Newton, 4.6 stars from 32 reviews).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
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 Ottumwa.
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- 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?
- 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 an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Ottumwa
Most ice maker calls in Ottumwa 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.
Questions to Ask a Ottumwa Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Ottumwa, IA
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
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Ice Maker Repair Near Ottumwa
A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Ottumwa faster and cheaper.