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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention ice makers and refrigerators at the top.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Merrill
17 repair companies serve Merrill from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Wausau (2), Rhinelander (2), and Stevens Point (2). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Nearest on the list: A-Aaron Appliance Repair., around 15.3 miles out. 6 list ice maker or refrigerator work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 17 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Merrill is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Merrill. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 15.3, 15.7, 24.7 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 17 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
Closest matches for Merrill: Sears Appliance Repair (34.4 miles away, based in Rhinelander, 4.6 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.0 miles away, based in Antigo, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bartell Appliance Services (34.5 miles away, based in Rhinelander, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (45.2 miles away, based in Stevens Point, 4.4 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Merrill
When to Call About Your Ice Maker
- Ice tastes or smells off
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
What Gets Fixed on a Merrill 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 Merrill.
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or whirlpool ice maker not working.
Before You Work Near the Water Line
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. 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 line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around Merrill
Most ice maker calls in Merrill 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 Merrill
- How often do you repair your brand ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Merrill, WI
Why is my ice maker not making ice?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can you install an ice maker or hook up a water line?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Merrill
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A note on when the ice stopped, whether the water dispenser works and the model number in hand make any ice maker repair in Merrill faster and cheaper.