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.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Coal City
Within 30 miles of Coal City there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Coal City itself, and the rest are spread across Joliet (16), Plainfield (8), and Mokena (3). Distances run up to about 27 miles. 4 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Nearest on the list: Walsh Appliance Repair, around 1.1 miles out. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 10.3, 17.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 55 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
First up for Coal City: Sears Appliance Repair (21.5 miles away, based in Joliet, 4.6 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.8 miles away, based in Bourbonnais, 4.6 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NextFix Appliance Repair And Service, Inc (21.2 miles away, based in Plainfield, 4.9 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.0 miles away, based in Oswego, 4.3 stars from 74 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Coal City
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice clumping in the bucket
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
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)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Coal City
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
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 Coal City
Most ice maker calls in Coal 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.
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Hiring a Repair Company in Coal City
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- 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: Coal City, IL
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Do you cover Coal City and nearby towns?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Coal City
Ice Maker Repair Near Coal City
Before you call a Coal 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.