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 Whitefish, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Whitefish
Our data shows 6 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Whitefish. Other nearby bases include Kalispell (5) and Polson (1). Distances run up to about 52 miles. Sweet Tea Smarts Appliance Repair & Rentals is the nearest, roughly 14.4 miles from Whitefish. 2 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The 5 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Whitefish is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 14.4, 14.8, 15.8 |
Closest matches for Whitefish: Montana Affordable Services, LLC. (14.8 miles away, based in Kalispell, 5.0 stars from 371 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.9 miles away, based in Polson, lists Saturday hours); Bud Blocks Service & Appliances inc. (16.4 miles away, based in Kalispell, 4.5 stars from 116 reviews); Alg Service And Repair (19.9 miles away, based in Kalispell, 3.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Whitefish Ice Maker Call
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Whitefish
Most ice maker calls in Whitefish 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 Montana, you can check a license with the Montana DLI Construction Contractor Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Montana Department of Justice, Office of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Whitefish
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Whitefish, MT
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
How much does ice maker repair cost in Whitefish?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
How long does a new ice maker take to make ice?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Whitefish
Ice Maker Repair in Nearby Cities
Before you call a Whitefish 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.