08/07/2026
🧊 When it's 92° outside, the little things make a big difference.
If your family goes through bag after bag of ice every summer, it might be time to think beyond the freezer's built-in ice maker.
Whether you're filling water bottles after a soccer game, hosting friends on the patio, or mixing frozen drinks on a hot August evening, a dedicated ice maker can quickly become one of those features you wonder how you ever lived without.
There are more options than most homeowners realize—from nugget ice to clear gourmet cubes, undercounter units to built-in beverage stations. Choosing the right one depends on how your family lives and entertains.
If an ice maker is on your wish list, we've put together a guide to help you understand your options before your next kitchen remodel.