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 Antigo, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Antigo
14 repair companies serve Antigo from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Antigo itself, and other nearby bases include Wausau (2), Rhinelander (2), and Stevens Point (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. 4 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 14 businesses. Antigo is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Antigo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 60 miles | 14 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 11.8, 26.7 |
The leading options for Antigo are Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.9 miles away, based in Rhinelander, 4.6 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bartell Appliance Services (36.5 miles away, based in Rhinelander, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (46.7 miles away, based in Stevens Point, 4.4 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Antigo
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Antigo 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 Antigo.
Troubleshooting first? See lg ice maker not working or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
After connecting the line, turn the water supply on and check every connection for leaks, and run tubing only where it will stay above freezing. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Ice Maker Repair Cost Ranges
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Antigo Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Antigo 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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Antigo
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Antigo, WI
Why is there ice built up around my ice maker?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Which areas near Antigo do these technicians cover?
Why is my ice maker leaking?
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Before you call a Antigo 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.