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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Kewanee and the Henry County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Kewanee
Within 60 miles of Kewanee there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Kewanee itself, and other nearby bases include Davenport (12), Peoria (6), and Moline (4). Elarix Appliance Pros is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Kewanee. Of those, 6 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 33 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Kewanee 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 50 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 14.6, 19.1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
Closest matches for Kewanee: Horner's Appliance (40.4 miles away, based in West Peoria, 4.8 stars from 97 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (37.8 miles away, based in Peoria, 4.6 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Peoria (35.3 miles away, based in Peoria, 4.6 stars from 568 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.2 miles away, based in Peru, 4.4 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Kewanee
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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 Kewanee.
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
- 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?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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 Kewanee
Most ice maker calls in Kewanee 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Before You Book in Kewanee
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Kewanee, IL
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What does an ice maker repair usually cost?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Kewanee
Ice Maker Repair in Nearby Cities
Before you call a Kewanee 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.