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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Wind Lake and the Racine County area, with companies that mention ice maker or refrigerator work shown first.
Ice Maker Repair Companies Near Wind Lake
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Wind Lake. The rest are spread across Milwaukee (14), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). Distances run up to about 21 miles. Of those, 9 mention ice maker or refrigerator work by name. Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee is the nearest, roughly 4.8 miles from Wind Lake. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.8, 9.4, 11.7 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Wind Lake are Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (4.8 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.7 miles away, based in Brookfield, 4.2 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sixth Sense Service, LLC (16.1 miles away, based in Wauwatosa, 4.7 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (16.8 miles away, based in Cudahy, 4.5 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Makers Stop Making Ice
Ice Maker Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- Ice tastes or smells off
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
What Gets Fixed on a Wind Lake 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 Wind Lake.
Troubleshooting first? See ice maker not working or not making ice or lg 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)
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 inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- 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 and fill tube replacement: $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 waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Wind Lake, WI
Most ice maker calls in Wind Lake 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 Wind Lake
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Ice Maker Repair FAQs: Wind Lake, WI
Why did my ice maker stop working?
How long does a new ice maker take to make ice?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
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Before you call a Wind Lake 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.