When an ice maker in New Berlin 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 New Berlin and the Waukesha County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Who Repairs Ice Makers Near New Berlin
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of New Berlin. Other nearby bases include Milwaukee (19), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). Distances run up to about 17 miles. 8 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Kelbachs Appliance Service, around 4.1 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.1, 4.2, 5.3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
First up for New Berlin: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (5.6 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (6.1 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Lake Country Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 4.6 stars from 155 reviews).
What Usually Goes Wrong With Ice Makers
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
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 New Berlin. Freezer repair in New Berlin.
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or lg ice maker not working.
Water Lines and Leaks
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)
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
Fix or Replace the Ice Maker?
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 motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Around New Berlin
Most ice maker calls in New Berlin 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.
Before You Book in New Berlin
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: New Berlin, WI
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Before you call a New Berlin 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.