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.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Rapid Valley, SD
We found 8 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Rapid Valley. Other nearby bases include Rapid City (5), Spearfish (2), and Hot Springs (1). Nearest on the list: K&D Appliance Service, around 2.8 miles out. 3 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 6 businesses. Rapid Valley 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.
| Companies within 60 miles | 8 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 3.8, 3.8 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
At the top of the Rapid Valley list: Appliance Repair Services (4.2 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.9 stars from 279 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Rapid City, lists Saturday hours); K&D Appliance Service (2.8 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.8 stars from 1,304 reviews); Appliances & Electronics Repair Lab (7.0 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Rapid Valley
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
Use copper or PEX tubing for the ice maker connection; polyethylene tubing and piercing-type or small saddle valves are not recommended because they restrict flow and clog more easily. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Rapid Valley
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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?
- 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Rapid Valley
Most ice maker calls in Rapid Valley 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.
The South Dakota Plumbing Commission issues Appliance Contractor and Appliance Installer licenses as plumbing specialty licenses; official pages reviewed did not spell out which appliance work they cover or whether repair alone requires one. Source: South Dakota Plumbing Commission - Licensing
In South Dakota, you can check a license with the South Dakota Plumbing Commission lists of licensees (specialty licensees, including appliance) or report a problem to the South Dakota Attorney General, Division of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Rapid Valley Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Rapid Valley, SD
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
How much does ice maker repair cost in Rapid Valley?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Rapid Valley
Ice Maker Repair Near Rapid Valley
A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Rapid Valley faster and cheaper.