When an ice maker in Owensboro stops producing, the first question is whether water is reaching it, whether the freezer is cold enough and whether the ice maker is switched on. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Owensboro and the Daviess County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Owensboro
Within 30 miles of Owensboro there are 18 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 of them are based in Owensboro itself, and other nearby bases include Evansville (7), Henderson (2), and Utica (1). 6 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Owensboro. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 15 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 6 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.9, 0.9 |
First up for Owensboro: Mr. Appliance of Owensboro (0.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 384 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 4.3 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Evansville, 4.5 stars from 207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.4 miles away, based in Henderson, 4.0 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Owensboro
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or ge ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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)
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
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Owensboro, KY
Most ice maker calls in Owensboro 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.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Owensboro Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Owensboro, KY
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
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Before you call a Owensboro 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.