What Does Ice Maker Repair Cost?
Ice maker repair costs $150 to $400, averaging around $275. The main question is which component failed and whether repairing that part or replacing the whole assembly is the better move. A diagnostic or service call runs $89 to $150 and is typically credited toward the repair. Most companies enforce that fee as a minimum charged on the day of service, so even a simple fix rarely comes in under it.
Minor repair (water valve, fill tube, ice maker arm): $150 to $250 including parts and labor.
Full assembly replacement: $250 to $400 installed.
Component Repair Versus Assembly Replacement
Individual component repair targets the specific failed part and costs less in parts, but it depends on an accurate diagnosis. Full assembly replacement skips the component-level diagnosis and costs more in parts.
| Part | Parts cost | Installed cost |
|---|---|---|
| Fill tube | $20 to $50 | $150 to $200 |
| Water inlet valve | $40 to $80 | $150 to $250 |
| Full ice maker module | $60 to $260 | $250 to $400 |
Cost figures on this page were checked against published pricing on August 22, 2026. How we source cost data.
An ice maker arm costs very little as a part. Control module replacement sits at the top of the range at $300 to $400 installed. That spread is why two repairs for the identical symptom, no ice, can differ by $250: a fill tube and a control module both stop ice production, and only accurate diagnosis determines which one you pay for.
On older ice makers, or where the diagnosis is uncertain, assembly replacement is often the more cost-efficient path. It eliminates the risk of replacing one component and then discovering another has also failed.
Brand, Parts, and Warranty Coverage
Whirlpool, GE, LG, Samsung, and Frigidaire all have widely available ice maker assemblies and components, and plenty of technicians experienced with those designs. Samsung and LG parts are more expensive, and some of their designs are more complex. Sub-Zero, Viking, and other luxury brands require brand-certified technicians and use expensive proprietary parts, which pushes their ice maker repairs significantly higher. Across brands generally, the same repair can differ by $100 to $200 or more in parts cost alone, because mainstream brands support a competitive parts ecosystem that specialty brands do not. (For more on this, see How Much Does Ice Maker Repair Cost?.)
Before you pay for anything on a Samsung or LG refrigerator, check the model. Specific Samsung and LG model years had documented ice maker design issues that led to class action settlements, and if your refrigerator is a covered model, repair through the manufacturer may be available at no cost. Look up the service bulletins for your model number first. (For more on this, see How Long Does Ice Maker Repair Take?.)
Built-In, Undercounter, and Countertop Ice Makers
Built-in refrigerator ice makers are diagnosed and repaired as part of the refrigerator system, which is where the ranges above apply.
Freestanding undercounter ice makers cost $500 to $1,500 new and warrant professional service on the same economics as a refrigerator ice maker.
Countertop ice makers cost $100 to $400 new, and professional repair rarely makes sense. The service call alone is $89 to $150, and parts plus labor typically approach replacement cost. When a countertop unit stops working, replacing it is almost always the more economical decision.
Age, Access, and Local Labor Rates
Older appliances may use discontinued parts that cost more and take longer to source, and age shifts the repair-or-replace math: a repair clearly worth making on a two-year-old refrigerator may not justify the cost on a ten-year-old one where another component is likely to fail within a year or two. For a major repair, compare the total against 50 percent of replacement cost.
Some ice maker repairs require significant disassembly to reach the failed part, which adds labor time even when the component itself is inexpensive. Confirm the quote covers all labor including reassembly and testing. Regional rates apply as well: in high-cost-of-living markets, the same repair can cost $50 to $100 more, reflecting technician overhead rather than service quality. (For more on this, see Questions to Ask an Ice Maker Repair Technician.)
Getting an Accurate Quote
A firm quote after diagnosis is the only reliable basis for the decision. A range quoted before the technician has seen the appliance can span a $150 fill tube repair to a $400 assembly replacement. Ask for a written quote naming the component, the parts cost, and the labor separately before authorizing work.
Have the brand, model number, approximate age, and a clear symptom description ready when you book. Model numbers are usually on a label inside the door or on the back of the unit, and having that information ready reduces the chance of a return trip for a part the technician could have brought on the first visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Whether individual component repair or full assembly replacement is appropriate. Assembly replacement runs $160 to $225 installed and is often the efficient path on older units or when the diagnosis is uncertain. Water inlet valve replacement at $100 to $160 is the most common component repair.
Different components failed. A fill tube repair is $100 to $130 installed while a control module replacement is $175 to $225 installed, even though both show up as no ice production. Accurate diagnosis is what determines which part you pay for.
Often yes, because of more complex designs and higher parts costs. Specific Samsung and LG models had documented ice maker design issues that led to class action settlements, so check your model against the manufacturer's service bulletins before paying for a repair.
Rarely. Countertop units cost $100 to $400 new, and a service call alone is $50 to $125 before parts and labor. Replacement is almost always the more economical decision. Undercounter units at $500 to $1,500 new do warrant professional service.
Yes. Whirlpool, GE, and Frigidaire have widely available, lower-cost parts. Samsung and LG parts cost more, and Sub-Zero, Viking, and other luxury brands require certified technicians and proprietary parts, which can add $50 to $150 or more in parts cost alone.
Older units may use discontinued parts that cost more and take longer to source. Age also changes the repair-or-replace decision: compare a major repair against 50 percent of replacement cost before authorizing it.
Yes. In high-cost-of-living markets the same repair can cost $50 to $100 more. That reflects technician overhead and regional business costs rather than service quality.
The quote should name the failed component and separate parts cost from labor, and it should come after diagnosis rather than before. Confirm it includes all labor for reassembly and testing, not just the part swap.