Door-mounted ice makers on French door refrigerators work differently from the classic ice maker in the freezer, and they freeze up for different reasons. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving St. John and the Lake County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near St. John
Within 30 miles of St. John there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Chicago Heights (3), Gary (3), and Crown Point (2). Prestige Appliances Repairs Services. is the nearest, roughly 3.3 miles from St. John. 9 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 27 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.3, 4.0, 6.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
At the top of the St. John list: Appliance Pro (4.0 miles away, based in Schererville, 4.9 stars from 1,329 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Matteson, 4.5 stars from 389 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Terry's Service Appliance Repair (21.1 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.8 stars from 21 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (22.1 miles away, based in Valparaiso, 4.4 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
What Gets Fixed on a St. John Ice Maker Call
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 St. John. Freezer repair in St. John.
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Before You Work Near the Water Line
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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 St. John
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 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?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for St. John
Most ice maker calls in St. John 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 Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near St. John
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: St. John, IN
Why did my ice maker stop working?
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in St. John
Ice Maker Repair Near St. John
Before you call a St. John 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.