When an ice maker in Fitchburg 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 Fitchburg and the Dane County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Fitchburg, WI
Our data shows 35 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fitchburg. 2 of them are based in Fitchburg itself, and the rest are spread across Madison (16), Middleton (4), and Sun Prairie (3). Of those, 9 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Nearest on the list: AM Appliance Repair, LLC, around 1.8 miles out. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fitchburg. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 2.9, 3.3 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 35 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
Closest matches for Fitchburg: Mr. Appliance of Madison, WI (8.7 miles away, based in Middleton, 4.8 stars from 636 reviews); Champion Appliance Care (5.1 miles away, based in Madison, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews); Just In Time Refrigeration, LLC (7.1 miles away, based in Monona, 4.5 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ghost Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Madison, 4.8 stars from 60 reviews).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice clumping in the bucket
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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 Fitchburg. Freezer repair in Fitchburg.
Troubleshooting first? See frigidaire ice maker not working or ge ice maker not working.
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)
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)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 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?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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 Fitchburg, WI
Most ice maker calls in Fitchburg 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 Fitchburg
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Fitchburg, WI
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How much does ice maker repair cost in Fitchburg?
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Ice Maker Repair Near Fitchburg
Before you call a Fitchburg 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.