When an ice maker in Winooski 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Winooski and the Chittenden County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Winooski, VT
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Winooski. Other nearby bases include Plattsburgh (3), St Albans City (2), and Essex Junction (1). Distances run up to about 27 miles. Of those, 7 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. The closest is Dan Reed and Daughter's Major Appliance Repair, about 3.2 miles away. The 11 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.2, 4.7, 6.7 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
First up for Winooski: Advanced Appliance (6.7 miles away, based in Colchester, 4.9 stars from 359 reviews); Dan Reed and Daughter's Major Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Essex Junction, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (20.8 miles away, based in Plattsburgh, 4.6 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Marcotte Appliance (8.3 miles away, based in Shelburne, 4.7 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Winooski
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice tastes or smells off
What Gets Fixed on a Winooski 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 Winooski. Freezer repair in Winooski.
Troubleshooting first? See whirlpool ice maker not working or ge ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Before you give up on the ice maker in Winooski, price the repair. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 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?
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.
What Winooski Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Winooski 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.
No separate Vermont appliance repair license was identified, but anyone who installs, inspects or services natural gas or propane systems, including appliances, must hold a gas certification from the Division of Fire Safety. Source: Vermont Division of Fire Safety: Natural and LP Gas Certifications
In Vermont, you can check a license with the DFS Licensing MasterList (Vermont Open Data: licensed electricians, plumbers and gas certifications) or report a problem to the Vermont Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance Program.
Before You Book in Winooski
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Winooski, VT
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Do technicians install ice maker kits?
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Winooski
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Before you call a Winooski 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.