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 Monona, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near Monona
We found 34 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Monona. 2 of them are based in Monona itself, and other nearby bases include Madison (16), Middleton (4), and Sun Prairie (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Of those, 9 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Nearest on the list: Just In Time Refrigeration, LLC, around 1.0 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Monona. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 34 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.2, 1.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
The leading options for Monona are Mr. Appliance of Madison, WI (10.0 miles away, based in Middleton, 4.8 stars from 636 reviews); Just In Time Refrigeration, LLC (1.0 miles away, 4.5 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Champion Appliance Care (7.2 miles away, based in Madison, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews); Main Appliance Service (2.9 miles away, based in Madison, 3.9 stars from 116 reviews).
The Usual Ice Maker Culprits in Monona
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
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 Monona.
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Before You Work Near the Water Line
Connect a refrigerator ice maker through a quarter-turn shut-off valve on a household cold-water supply line of at least 1/2 inch. 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)
What Ice Maker Repair Costs in Monona
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 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?
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.
What Monona Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Monona 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.
Questions to Ask a Monona Repair Technician
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Monona, WI
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Why is my ice maker frozen over?
Why is there water under my refrigerator?
Why did my ice maker stop working?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Monona
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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 Monona technician a trip for parts.