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 Manhattan, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Manhattan, IL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Manhattan. The rest are spread across Joliet (16), Tinley Park (5), and Orland Park (4). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. 5 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The closest is Lincoln Highway Appliance Service, about 4.9 miles away. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Manhattan. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.9, 8.4, 8.4 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Manhattan: Sears Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Joliet, 4.6 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.3 miles away, based in Bourbonnais, 4.6 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in Orland Park, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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 Manhattan. Freezer repair in Manhattan.
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or frigidaire ice maker not working.
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)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Manhattan
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?
- 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?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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
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.
Around Manhattan
Most ice maker calls in Manhattan 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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Before You Book in Manhattan
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Manhattan, IL
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Manhattan
Ice Maker Repair Near Manhattan
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 Manhattan technician a trip for parts.