Door-mounted ice makers on French door refrigerators work differently from the classic ice maker in the freezer, and they freeze up for different reasons. The Webster City list below starts with companies that show ice maker or refrigerator work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Webster City, IA
22 repair companies serve Webster City from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Webster City, and other nearby bases include Urbandale (5), Des Moines (5), and Algona (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Of those, 7 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Webster City. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 22 businesses. Webster City is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Webster City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 32.2, 36.7 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 22 |
The leading options for Webster City are Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.8 miles away, based in Algona, 4.4 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ken's Appliance & Services LLC (32.2 miles away, based in Ames, 4.0 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (58.6 miles away, based in Waukee, 4.2 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Webster City
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
If the freezer itself is running warm, fix that first; an ice maker will not harvest until its mold is cold enough. See freezer repair for Webster City. Freezer repair in Webster City.
Troubleshooting first? See ge ice maker not working or samsung ice maker not working.
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)
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 Webster City
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve: $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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Around Webster City
Most ice maker calls in Webster City 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Webster City
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Webster City, IA
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Why did my ice maker stop working?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Webster City
Ice Maker Repair Near Webster City
Before you call a Webster City technician, make sure the ice maker is switched on, the bin is seated and the freezer is at 0 degrees or colder. Then check whether the water dispenser still works, which tells you water is reaching the refrigerator.