Undercounter and built-in ice makers in kitchens, bars and outdoor kitchens fail for different reasons than a refrigerator ice maker: scale, drain problems and harvest faults lead the list. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Barstow and the San Bernardino County area, with companies that mention ice machines or refrigeration work shown first.
Ice Machine Repair Companies Near Barstow
We found 14 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Barstow. 3 list an address in Barstow, and other nearby bases include Victorville (6) and Apple Valley (5). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 10 businesses. The closest is CrestLine Appliance Repair Service, about 2.1 miles away.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Barstow. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 2.3, 3.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 3 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 14 |
At the top of the Barstow list: Victorville Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Victorville, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews); Frigid Works, Inc (28.6 miles away, based in Victorville, 4.7 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Barstow (3.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.9 miles away, based in Apple Valley, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Machine runs constantly but the bin stays low
- Loud noises during harvest or from the pump
- No ice, or far less ice than it used to make
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
How an Ice Machine Service Call Usually Goes in Barstow
Refrigerator ice makers fail for different reasons than standalone machines. If yours is in the refrigerator door or freezer, the ice maker repair page for Barstow is the better fit. Ice maker repair in Barstow.
Related guides: ice maker repair cost or ice maker not working or not making ice.
Before Anyone Opens the Machine
Household water pressure for the ice maker should fall between 20 and 120 psi. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 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?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Barstow, CA
Most ice machine calls in Barstow come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
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).
Questions to Ask a Barstow Repair Technician
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
- Will you clean and descale the machine as part of the visit, and what cleaner do you use?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Barstow, CA
Why is water coming from my ice machine?
Is a countertop ice maker worth repairing?
How often should an ice machine be cleaned?
Why did my ice machine stop making ice?
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Before you call a Barstow technician, check that the water supply valve is open, the machine has power, and the drain is not backed up. Note when it last made ice and whether it has been cleaned or descaled recently.