When an ice maker in Sidney 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. Below are the companies within reach of Sidney, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Sidney
Our data shows 6 appliance repair companies inside a 92-mile radius of Sidney. 1 of them are based in Sidney itself, and the rest are spread across Sterling (2), Cheyenne (2), and Scottsbluff (1). The farthest listed company is about 92 miles out. 3 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Palmer Sales and Service, around 0.9 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 6 businesses. Sidney 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 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 92 miles | 6 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 36.6, 38.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
Closest matches for Sidney: Palmer Sales and Service (0.9 miles away, 4.2 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Elite Appliance Repair (90.6 miles away, based in Cheyenne, 4.9 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Guys llc (38.4 miles away, based in Sterling, 3.4 stars from 15 reviews); Thompson Appliance Repair Inc (61.3 miles away, based in Scottsbluff, 4.5 stars from 29 reviews).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Sidney
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice tastes or smells off
What Gets Fixed on a Sidney Ice Maker Call
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 Sidney.
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or frigidaire ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- 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 / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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 Sidney, NE
Most ice maker calls in Sidney 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Sidney
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Sidney, NE
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why did my ice maker stop working?
Why is my new ice maker not making ice yet?
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section and note whether the ice maker is in the door or the freezer. It saves a Sidney technician a trip for parts.