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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice makers and refrigerators at the top.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Houghton
Within 92 miles of Houghton there are 6 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Dollar Bay (1), Calumet (1), and Mohawk (1). Distances run up to about 91 miles. The closest is Keweenaw Kitchens., about 3.4 miles away. Of those, 2 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The 5 rated companies in range average 3.0 stars. Houghton is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 1 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 92 miles | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.4, 10.2, 16.2 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
At the top of the Houghton list: North State Refrigeration. (10.2 miles away, based in Calumet, 1.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (66.8 miles away, based in Marquette, 4.4 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Keweenaw Kitchens. (3.4 miles away, based in Dollar Bay, 4.0 stars from 4 reviews); Mohawk Emergency Appliance Repair (16.2 miles away, based in Mohawk, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Houghton
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
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 Houghton. Freezer repair in Houghton.
Troubleshooting first? See samsung 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
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Before you give up on the ice maker in Houghton, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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 inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
Around Houghton
Most ice maker calls in Houghton 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Houghton
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Houghton, MI
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Which areas near Houghton do these technicians cover?
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Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Houghton
Ice Maker Repair Near Houghton
Before you call a Houghton 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.