Ice makers are the most repaired part of a modern refrigerator, and the fault is often not the ice maker itself but the water or cold that feeds it. Below are the companies within reach of Germantown, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Germantown
Within 30 miles of Germantown there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Germantown, and the rest are spread across Milwaukee (10), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). The farthest listed company is about 17 miles out. All Brand Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Germantown. 7 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. The 36 rated companies in range average 3.8 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 59 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.3, 5.9 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 25 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
At the top of the Germantown list: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (23.6 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Milwaukee Appliance (1.3 miles away, 4.1 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Mequon, 4.1 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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 Germantown.
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or whirlpool 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)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
An ice maker repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 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 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 credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Germantown, WI
Most ice maker calls in Germantown 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Germantown
- 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?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Germantown, WI
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Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Germantown
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Before you call a Germantown 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.