Door-mounted ice makers on French door refrigerators work differently from the classic ice maker in the freezer, and they freeze up for different reasons. The Tea list below starts with companies that show ice maker or refrigerator work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Tea
We found 16 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Tea. Other nearby bases include Sioux Falls (10), Yankton (2), and Rock Valley (1). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Nearest on the list: Jer's Commercial Appliance & Refrigeration Repair, around 4.8 miles out. Of those, 6 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Tea is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tea. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Name ice maker work | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 16 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.8, 5.3, 6.6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
At the top of the Tea list: Mr. Appliance of Sioux Falls (5.3 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 668 reviews); Midtek Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 589 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Brookings (56.8 miles away, based in Brookings, 4.9 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jer's Commercial Appliance & Refrigeration Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.4 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Tea Ice Maker Call
If the freezer itself is running warm, fix that first; an ice maker will not harvest until its mold is cold enough. See freezer repair for Tea. Freezer repair in Tea.
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or samsung ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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 Tea, SD
Most ice maker calls in Tea 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Tea
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Tea, SD
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
What does an ice maker repair usually cost?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Tea
Ice Maker Repair Near Tea
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 Tea technician a trip for parts.