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 Stoughton, sorted by how closely they match ice maker work, then by distance and public ratings.
Ice Maker Technicians Serving Stoughton, WI
Within 30 miles of Stoughton there are 36 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Stoughton itself, and other nearby bases include Madison (16), Janesville (4), and Middleton (4). 9 of them mention ice maker or refrigerator work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Stoughton Appliance Repair, around 3.3 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 9.3, 9.7 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 36 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
Closest matches for Stoughton: Mr. Appliance of Madison, WI (19.2 miles away, based in Middleton, 4.8 stars from 636 reviews); Just In Time Refrigeration, LLC (9.9 miles away, based in Monona, 4.5 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Champion Appliance Care (15.5 miles away, based in Madison, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.3 miles away, based in Janesville, 4.4 stars from 232 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Signs Your Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice tastes or smells off
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
What Gets Fixed on a Stoughton Ice Maker Call
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 Stoughton. Freezer repair in Stoughton.
Troubleshooting first? See samsung ice maker not working or ge ice maker not working.
Ice Maker Safety Notes
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 Stoughton
Ice maker repairs are usually a valve, a frozen line or a replacement ice maker assembly. Published ranges:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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?
- 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
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Local Notes for Stoughton
Most ice maker calls in Stoughton 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 Stoughton
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Stoughton, WI
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Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Stoughton
Ice Maker Repair Near Stoughton
Before you call a Stoughton 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.