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. Below are the companies within reach of Stanwood, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Stanwood, WA
Within 30 miles of Stanwood there are 37 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Everett (15), Lynnwood (7), and Lake Stevens (4). 10 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Guys, around 10.1 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 31 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 25 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.1, 11.8, 12.5 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
At the top of the Stanwood list: Smartfix Appliance (21.2 miles away, based in Lake Stevens, 5.0 stars from 102 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mechanics (20.3 miles away, based in Lake Stevens, 4.9 stars from 445 reviews); Ace Appliance Service (25.6 miles away, based in Everett, 5.0 stars from 322 reviews); Orca Appliance Services (27.5 miles away, based in Edmonds, 4.8 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
What Gets Fixed on a Stanwood 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 Stanwood. Freezer repair in Stanwood.
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
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 dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve: $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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour 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.
Local Notes for Stanwood
Most ice maker calls in Stanwood 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Stanwood
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Stanwood, WA
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
How do I reset my ice maker?
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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 Stanwood technician a trip for parts.