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. Below are the companies within reach of Stickney, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Stickney
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Stickney. The rest are spread across Oak Park (7), Chicago (5), and Cicero (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. 5 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Smart Cicero Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Stickney. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.4, 2.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
Closest matches for Stickney: Chicago Appliance Repair Doctor (7.8 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 1,053 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.6 stars from 612 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Stars (6.6 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.9 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Maywood Appliance (4.2 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.6 stars from 151 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or frigidaire ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$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 a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Stickney
Most ice maker calls in Stickney 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Stickney
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Stickney, IL
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Which areas near Stickney do these technicians cover?
Why is my ice maker leaking?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Stickney
Ice Maker Repair in Nearby Cities
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 Stickney technician a trip for parts.