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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Pontiac and the Livingston County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Pontiac
Within 60 miles of Pontiac there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Bloomington (13), Normal (2), and Ottawa (2). Of those, 9 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Dave's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 12.2 miles from Pontiac. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Pontiac is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pontiac. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 12.2, 30.1, 30.4 |
Closest matches for Pontiac: Mr. Appliance of Bloomington (33.1 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.7 stars from 733 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Purcell Appliance Center (47.8 miles away, based in Rantoul, 4.9 stars from 282 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.3 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.6 stars from 164 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Frazier's Appliance Repair, Inc. (47.7 miles away, based in Mahomet, 4.9 stars from 36 reviews).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Pontiac
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice tastes or smells off
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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 Pontiac.
Troubleshooting first? See ge ice maker not working or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
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 Pontiac
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Pontiac
Most ice maker calls in Pontiac 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 Pontiac
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Pontiac, IL
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Pontiac
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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 Pontiac technician a trip for parts.