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. Below are the companies within reach of Storm Lake, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Storm Lake, IA
Our data shows 9 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Storm Lake. 1 of them are based in Storm Lake itself, and other nearby bases include Algona (2), Spencer (1), and Carroll (1). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. Nearest on the list: Melander's Appliance and Bedding, around 0.7 miles out. 2 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The 8 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Storm Lake is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Storm Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 9 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 34.4, 42.9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
First up for Storm Lake: Sears Appliance Repair (42.9 miles away, based in Carroll, 4.8 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (57.2 miles away, based in Algona, 4.4 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Melander's Appliance and Bedding (0.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Galbraith Appliance Repair. (34.4 miles away, based in Spencer, 4.7 stars from 16 reviews).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Storm Lake
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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Ice Maker Safety Notes
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. 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 Storm Lake
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?
- 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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
What Storm Lake Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Storm Lake 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 Storm Lake
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Storm Lake, IA
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
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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 Storm Lake technician a trip for parts.