Ice makers are the most repaired part of a modern refrigerator, and the fault is often not the ice maker itself but the water or cold that feeds it. Below are the companies within reach of Crete, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Maker Repair in Crete, NE
15 repair companies serve Crete from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Crete, and other nearby bases include Lincoln (11), Seward (1), and Beatrice (1). Distances run up to about 28 miles. 5 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Gene's Appliance Services, around 0.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 3.8 stars across 13 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Crete. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 15 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 16.4, 18.3 |
Closest matches for Crete: Sears Appliance Repair (21.4 miles away, based in Lincoln, 3.9 stars from 151 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mom's Appliance Repair Service (23.6 miles away, based in Lincoln, 3.9 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Beatrice, 4.0 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-1 Refrigeration (19.6 miles away, based in Lincoln, 3.3 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice tastes or smells off
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
An ice maker is only as good as the freezer around it. When food is soft too, the repair is a freezer repair. Freezer repair in Crete.
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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:
- 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?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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 Crete, NE
Most ice maker calls in Crete 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.
Nebraska does not license appliance repair technicians at the state level; contractors working on other people's property register with the Department of Labor, and trade licenses such as plumbing are handled by cities and villages. Source: Nebraska Department of Labor: Who Needs to Register
In Nebraska, you can check a license with the Nebraska Department of Labor contractor registration (Search Registered Contractors and Subcontractors) or report a problem to the Nebraska Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Crete
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Crete, NE
What does an ice maker repair usually cost?
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Crete
Ice Maker Repair Near Crete
Before you call a Crete 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.