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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving North Branch and the Chisago County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near North Branch
Our data shows 28 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of North Branch. 2 of them are based in North Branch itself, and other nearby bases include Blaine (5), Forest Lake (3), and Ham Lake (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. The closest is Minnesota Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. 5 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 18 businesses.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 28 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.2, 9.0 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
At the top of the North Branch list: Minnesota Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.8 miles away, based in Forest Lake, 4.6 stars from 201 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions (21.6 miles away, based in Ham Lake, 4.4 stars from 440 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Genius LLC (24.5 miles away, based in Ham Lake, 4.2 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
What Gets Fixed on a North Branch Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or ge ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. 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:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 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?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 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?
- 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?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for North Branch, MN
Most ice maker calls in North Branch 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Before You Book in North Branch
- 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: North Branch, MN
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
How much does ice maker repair cost in North Branch?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in North Branch
Ice Maker Repair Near North Branch
Before you call a North Branch 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.