Ice Cubes

FAQs - Water Quality and Public Health

Trapped air causes cloudy ice cubes

Ice crystals trap air as they form and the water freezes. This can make ice cubes appear cloudy.

Minerals in the water and soap residue in the tray can cause ice cubes to stick to the tray. Try cleaning the ice cube trays with vinegar. Wash and rinse thoroughly before refilling with water.

Automatic ice makers

You may notice water from your faucets tastes wonderful, but the water from the dispenser in your refrigerator and the ice cubes taste dirty. The taste may be the result of buildup in the automatic ice maker, the water dispenser, and the hoses leading from your water source to the refrigerator. Follow the manufacturer's directions for operation and maintenance of your refrigerator to clean those parts and replace them and any filters as necessary.