A Frigidaire ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. The Salinas list starts with companies that name Frigidaire, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Frigidaire. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Frigidaire ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Who Works on Frigidaire Ice Makers Near Salinas
We found 37 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Salinas. 8 list an address in Salinas, and other nearby bases include Santa Cruz (7), Watsonville (4), and Pacific Grove (3). None of the repair companies near Salinas name Frigidaire in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. J & M Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Salinas. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Salinas. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 37 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.4, 1.7 |
The leading options for Salinas are Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 338 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Commercial Service Co. (1.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.7 miles away, based in Gilroy, 4.7 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Frigidaire Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Frigidaire ice maker you have before you call: Frigidaire sells dual ice maker and in-freezer ice maker.
Frigidaire Ice and Freezer Features
How Frigidaire Ice Makers and Freezers Work
Frigidaire refrigerators run a defrost cycle where a defrost heater melts frost off the evaporator and the water drips to a drain pan. Source: Frigidaire - Refrigerators Noise Guide
Frigidaire Symptoms and First Checks
- Ice maker making too little ice. Frigidaire says a typical ice maker makes about 2 to 3 pounds a day, so check for a freezer set too warm, an old filter or a kinked supply line. Source: Frigidaire - What should I do if my ice maker is not making enough ice in my refrigerator?
- Ice maker not making ice. On a new install, confirm the ice maker is turned on and the water line is primed, and allow up to 24 hours after the unit cools before expecting ice. Source: Frigidaire - My refrigerator was just installed and the ice maker is not working, how do I fix it?
Frigidaire Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E2 | On a convertible chest freezer, a temperature sensor failure that needs a service technician. Source: Frigidaire - Chest Freezer Use & Care Guide (A31283301en-US) |
| PF | Power failure alert after an outage or surge. Source: Frigidaire - Refrigerator Error Codes and Alarms Guide |
| H / HI | High-temperature alarm: the freezer or fresh food section has been too warm for over an hour, often because a door was left open. Source: Frigidaire - Refrigerator Error Codes and Alarms Guide |
Signs Your Frigidaire Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
Not sure it is a Frigidaire problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Salinas and freezer repair in Salinas.
Care Frigidaire Recommends
- Change the water filter about every six months, then prime and purge the water system after installing a new one. Source: Frigidaire - Refrigerators - No Water
- Frigidaire's factory settings are 37°F for the fresh food section and 0°F for the freezer, with an acceptable freezer range of about -6°F to 6°F. Source: Frigidaire - Freezer - Not Freezing or Not Cooling
Brand guides: Frigidaire Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check.
Budgeting for a Frigidaire Ice Maker Repair
A Frigidaire ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Salinas, CA
Most ice maker calls in Salinas 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Before You Book in Salinas
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Frigidaire Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Salinas, CA
Can the same technician fix my Frigidaire chest or upright freezer?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Do you work for Frigidaire?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
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Write down any code or light your Frigidaire display shows and when it appears. It helps a Salinas technician bring the right parts.